The adopted son of former Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceausescu was released from prison Friday for the first time since the December revolution which led to the overthrow and execution of his father.

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Valentin Ceausescu, unlike his playboy younger brother, Nicu, stayed away from politics and held no special rank during his father's oppressive 25-year rule. He still faces trial next month on a relatively minor charge of failing to pay rent while residing in state-owned housing.

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