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 actions as a spokesperson for Charter 77 resulted in his arrest and imprisonment for subverting the state, which he served from May 1979 until 1983. After his release, Benda resumed his advocacy role.