Ex-Santa Clara Vice Mayor Anthony Becker has been recommended to serve substantial jail time after being convicted of felony perjury, stemming from a case involving his inappropriate dealings with the San Francisco 49ers. Prosecutors argue he has shown no responsibility or remorse for his actions, highlighting his claims that the conviction was politically motivated. Becker resigned immediately after the verdict despite his innocence claims. The prosecution contradicts the Probation Department's recommendation of probation, emphasizing the seriousness of perjury as a crime that undermines public trust.
"These are not the words of a remorseful man who has learned the lesson from his actions and intends to put himself on a path of reconciliation and reform," Rosen and Malinsky wrote.
"Becker's resignation came less than two weeks before his term ended, as he had failed to win his November re-election bid."
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