Criminal Archives - Seoul Law Group https://seoullawgroup.com/category/criminal/ English Speaking Lawyers in Seoul Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:53:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://seoullawgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Untitled-design-2023-11-08T175328.236-150x150.png Criminal Archives - Seoul Law Group https://seoullawgroup.com/category/criminal/ 32 32 Everything You Need to Know About Korea’s Juvenile Act https://seoullawgroup.com/juvenile-act-in-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/juvenile-act-in-korea/#respond Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:53:32 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=4404 When a minor becomes involved in the criminal justice system, the legal process in South Korea looks very different from that of adults. Under Korea’s Juvenile Act (소년법), the focus is not on punishment, but on rehabilitation aimed at correcting behavior and providing protective measures. Rather than branding juveniles as criminals, the law seeks to […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/juvenile-act-in-korea/feed/ 0 Is Exit Permission Possible During a Criminal Trial? https://seoullawgroup.com/is-exit-permission-possible-during-a-criminal-trial/ https://seoullawgroup.com/is-exit-permission-possible-during-a-criminal-trial/#respond Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:12:25 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=4352 Can a foreign national leave Korea while facing a criminal trial? This article examines a case in which the answer was, surprisingly, yes. A professional musician charged with violating the Military Service Act was granted permission to leave Korea to fulfill overseas concert commitments—a result rarely seen in criminal proceedings involving foreign nationals. All Korean […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/is-exit-permission-possible-during-a-criminal-trial/feed/ 0 Restoring the Right to Appeal in Korea After 8 Years. A Suspended Sentence Granted https://seoullawgroup.com/restoring-the-right-to-appeal-in-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/restoring-the-right-to-appeal-in-korea/#respond Tue, 14 Oct 2025 15:21:14 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=4130 Once the appeal deadline passes, the case is supposed to be over—final, beyond dispute. Even a single day late usually seals the judgment forever. So the idea of reviving a case years later seems unthinkable. That’s why overturning an eight-year-old judgment and turning a prison term into a suspended sentence feels almost miraculous. The Defendant […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/restoring-the-right-to-appeal-in-korea/feed/ 0 Everything You Need to Know About Suspension of Public Prosecution in Korea (기소유예) https://seoullawgroup.com/suspension-of-public-prosecution-in-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/suspension-of-public-prosecution-in-korea/#respond Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:28:44 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=4120 South Korea’s legal system is often described as strict and pragmatic. While the law imposes serious consequences for crimes, it also recognizes that not every offense warrants the full weight of a criminal conviction. One of the ways this balance is achieved is through “Suspension of [Public] Prosecution” (기소유예). This is a unique decision that […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/suspension-of-public-prosecution-in-korea/feed/ 0 From Co-Conspirator to Parole: SLG’s Criminal Defense Success https://seoullawgroup.com/from-co-conspirator-to-parole-slgs-criminal-defense-success/ https://seoullawgroup.com/from-co-conspirator-to-parole-slgs-criminal-defense-success/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2025 12:17:00 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=4115 At Seoul Law Group (SLG), we specialize in providing criminal defense services for foreigners in Korea. Among our many success stories, one case in particular offers valuable insights on co-defendant liability, the risks of hiring former judges or prosecutors, and parole eligibility. The Case Background: A Fraud Conspiracy Charge Our client came to us after […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/from-co-conspirator-to-parole-slgs-criminal-defense-success/feed/ 0 Forgotten Cannabis, Serious Consequences: What You Need to Know Before Entering Korea https://seoullawgroup.com/accidentally-bringing-cannabis-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/accidentally-bringing-cannabis-korea/#respond Thu, 12 Jun 2025 02:32:33 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=3890 What seems like a harmless oversight, an old vape pen in your backpack or a forgotten edible in your jacket pocket, can quickly turn into a criminal investigation upon arriving in South Korea. While cannabis is legal or decriminalized in many countries, Korea maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy, even for medical use without prior approval. […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/accidentally-bringing-cannabis-korea/feed/ 0 What Should I Do After Being Phished? Special Law on Voice Phishing in Korea https://seoullawgroup.com/what-to-do-after-phished-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/what-to-do-after-phished-korea/#respond Sun, 11 May 2025 16:10:33 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=2600 Phishing is one of the most problematic crimes in Korea nowadays. The Korean government is trying hard to eradicate phishing crime and relieve the victims of the crime.  This article is about what you can do to have the money returned.  Filing a civil lawsuit against the assailant You can file a lawsuit against the […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/what-to-do-after-phished-korea/feed/ 0 Road Traffic Laws to Know in Korea https://seoullawgroup.com/road-traffic-laws-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/road-traffic-laws-korea/#respond Sat, 03 May 2025 08:30:01 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=2593 We’re already a few months into 2025. Some people may have made getting a driver’s license one of their New Year’s resolutions, and some of them may have already taken the test. As a potential driver, some knowledge of traffic laws in Korea is crucial. Let’s get started. Punishments For Drunk Driving You may be […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/road-traffic-laws-korea/feed/ 0 SUCCESS CASE: ‘Lack of Evidence’ Dismissal in a Korean Drug Case Even with Submitted Evidence https://seoullawgroup.com/lack-of-evidence-dismissal-drug-case-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/lack-of-evidence-dismissal-drug-case-korea/#comments Tue, 25 Mar 2025 03:48:03 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=2560 When a close friend tried to smuggle drugs into the country, our client helped him by forging a receipt. Later, our client smoked marijuana his friend had left behind. The prosecution had strong evidence: a forged receipt, message records, and his own confession during the investigation. Under these circumstances, a conviction seemed all but certain. […]

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]]> https://seoullawgroup.com/lack-of-evidence-dismissal-drug-case-korea/feed/ 2 SUCCESS CASE: Avoid Wrongful Punishment for Intimidation in Korea https://seoullawgroup.com/wrongful-punishment-intimidation-korea/ https://seoullawgroup.com/wrongful-punishment-intimidation-korea/#respond Thu, 06 Feb 2025 06:47:26 +0000 https://seoullawgroup.com/?p=2442 Have you received a criminal accusation for intimidation? If you’re reading this, you or someone close to you may have received a criminal accusation for intimidation (협박죄) and need help. Do any of these situations apply to you? If you’re a foreign national, your concerns may be even greater. A criminal record could affect not […]

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