A five-year prison sentence was handed down on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, by the appeals court in the criminal court in Rambouillet (Yvelines), according to Le Parisien. The man, a teacher, was found guilty of the rapes and sexual assaults of two of his students. The case had drawn significant public attention due to the nature of the crimes and the victim's relationship with the accused. The trial had previously seen the defendant deny the allegations, claiming that the encounters were consensual. However, the court found sufficient evidence to support the claims made by the two students. The appeals court upheld the original verdict, confirming the conviction and the length of the sentence. The case has sparked discussions about the prevalence of sexual misconduct in educational settings and the need for stronger protections for students. Advocacy groups have called for greater awareness and support for victims, emphasizing the importance of addressing such issues promptly and effectively. This ruling comes amid broader conversations in France about sexual violence and the justice system's response to such crimes. The sentence reflects the court's acknowledgment of the severity of the offenses and the impact on the victims.