Mohammad Nourizad who is a filmmaker, activist, and former journalist

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In April 2010, Nourizad was arrested on charges of insulting the officials and propaganda against the regime. On April 18, it was reported that Nourizad was sentenced to three-and-a-half years in prison and 50 lashes. The sentence was confirmed in early June 2012, shortly before the anniversary of the election protests. He was released after 170 days.

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