The scandal over Ghosn's case has tarnished Nissan's image and created a leadership vacuum at a time when the automaker's profits and sales are tumbling. Ghosn's successor Hiroto Saikawa also resigned last year amid financial misconduct allegations related to his questionable income. "Nissan will continue to do the right thing by cooperating with judicial and regulatory authorities wherever necessary," the Yokohama-based company said. Although Ghosn is unlikely to face trial in Japan, Greg Kelly, another Nissan former executive, is still facing charges of under-reporting Ghosn's future compensation. He says he is innocent. Kelly, an American, who is out on bail, has not been charged with the breach of trust allegations Ghosn is also facing. Nissan has also been charged as a corporate entity. The company says it will not fight the charges and will pay the required fines.