The principle of equality before the law rules out using media access and renown as valid considerations in the sentencing of convicted criminals. Nevertheless, movie stars found guilty of drug abuse in well-publicized trials are often sentenced to perform community service, while unknown defendants convicted of the same crimes usually serve prison sentences.
The conclusion that 'The sentencing of movie stars to community service instead of prison constitutes a violation of the principle of equality before the law in many cases' is most strongly supported by the statements above, if true.