But, in recent interviews, Federal judges, law professors and lawyers indicated the matter was not quite so simple.
But investigators and lawyers in the case have indicated that further charges are expected, possibly as early as this week.
The owners' lawyers indicated no interest in having a ruling by Sotomayor before the start of the season, or any time, for that matter.
The lawyer for the brothers indicated that they would appeal the ruling.
And the farmers' lawyers indicated yesterday that they will do just that.
The family's lawyers have indicated they would fight any such attempt.
But their lawyers indicated that they would do so, and the court would probably hear the cases together.
His lawyers indicated they expect to appeal the sentence.
The vice president's lawyers have indicated he will challenge the certified election results.
His lawyers have indicated in the past, however, that the 77-year-old wants to return to Panama.