His one-day summary trial was held in early April behind closed doors. He was tried under Article 91 of the Penal Code, which imposes lengthy prison sentences or death for those who act against “the independence or the territorial integrity of the State.” On April 7, the Pinar del Río Provincial Tribunal announced he had been sentenced to 26 years in prison. In late April, he was sent to Guantánamo Provincial Prison in eastern Guantánamo Province.