The prosecutor in the manslaughter trial of Michael Jackson's former personal physician Conrad Murray has called for the doctor to receive the maximum sentence.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney has called for Murray to be sentenced to four years in state prison, according to legal documents obtained by TMZ.
Prosecutors also cite Murray's decision not to testify at trial, but to still conduct a number of media appearances before and during proceedings, as support for their case.
"In each of these interviews, the defendant has very clearly stated that he bears no responsibility for Michael Jackson's death," the documents states.
"Moreover, the defendant has continued to express concern only for his individual plight and portrays himself, not the decedent, as the victim."
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The DA's office has also called for Murray to make financial restitution to Jackson's three children Prince Michael, Paris and Blanket, as compensation for loss of their father's earnings.
It is claimed that Jackson could have earned approximately $100 million (£64.3 million) for his planned 50-show residency at The O2 in London. The documents also argue that Murray covers the funeral and memorial service costs, estimated at just over $1.8 million (£1.16 million).
Prosecutors argued: "Every single night the defendant administered propofol, which by the defendant's own admission took place nightly for at least two months, the defendant was acting with a complete disregard for the well-being of Michael Jackson.
"The defendant was literally risking Mr Jackson's life every night."
Murray was found guilty of manslaughter on November 7 following a highly publicised trial. He will be sentenced next Tuesday (November 29).
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