Let's get some things straight, so at least we can have an intellectually honest discussion.

First, Motorola's h.264 and 802.11 license demands didn't happen until after Microsoft filed suit[1]. They were asking for a ridiculous rate, but let's get the timing right.

Second, no one was convicted; it was a civil case over breach of contract. No one gets convicted in those.

Finally, it wasn't a statutory fine (and what's with the scare italics?). It was damages -- notably, at half of what Microsoft was asking for -- for legal fees and breach of contract obligations by asking for far more than what was judged "reasonable".

[1] http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2013/04/court-shreds-powe...