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Qualified acceptance of inheritance, when and how do I apply?

I'm a career soldier serving in the Navy. Recently, while drinking with friends, I went to a motel with a woman who joined us. We clearly consented and had sexual relations naturally, but suddenly the next day she said she'd file a rape complaint. Then she said she wouldn't file if I gave her 30 million won as a settlement. Thinking she was a gold digger, I ignored her and left, but she actually filed the complaint. What punishment will I face if accused of Navy rape? Can I counter-sue for false accusation?

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It is confirmed that you have inquired about the application method, procedures, and deadline for qualified acceptance of inheritance.

As in the situation you mentioned, qualified acceptance is a method that can be used when it is not clear whether the debt exceeds the assets.

Qualified acceptance of inheritance is a system in which the heir is responsible for paying the debts of the deceased only within the scope of the property acquired through inheritance.

That is, when it is uncertain whether debts exceed assets, it is a method that allows you to be responsible only up to the property and not bear excess debts.

Qualified acceptance of inheritance must be applied for at the family court within 3 months from the commencement date of inheritance.

If the deadline is exceeded, it is deemed simple acceptance and you may bear all debts, so it is very important to comply with the deadline.

If the court approves qualified acceptance through examination, the heir will repay the deceased's debts only within the scope of the inherited property.

Through this, you will not be responsible for any debts beyond that.

As seen above, since the application deadline is short, it is good to prepare the necessary documents quickly and accurately with an inheritance specialist attorney.

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