Benda's role as a spokesman for Charter 77 resulted in him being arrested in May 1979 and charged with subverting the state, for which he was imprisoned until 1983. After his release he resumed his role as spokesman.
Benda's involvement with Charter 77 led to legal consequences, including arrest and imprisonment for subversion in 1979, which lasted until 1983. Following his release, he continued his work as a spokesperson.