Telanne was convicted of discrimination on the basis of familial relationships and sexual orientation with a 40-day fine of 18,000 euros. Previously, the Helsinki Appeals Court had handed down a lesser 15-day fine.
Korhonen was elected the editor-in-chief of Lapin Kansa in 2008. Her employment was terminated when, among other things, information that Korhonen has a female spouse became known to her employers.
