Changwon Attorney Office | Changwon Attorney Office Assistance, Suspended Sentence for Molestation in a Crowded Place

The client who came to the Changwon attorney office had been the subject of a criminal complaint on a charge of molestation in a crowded place.

The client had visited an outdoor festival in Changwon.

While enjoying the festival, the client became interested in the victim, who was standing nearby.

The client approached the victim from behind, dropped a card on the ground, and then, while pretending to pick it up, pushed his head toward the victim's skirt.

As the client repeated this conduct, he was caught by a nearby police officer and faced the prospect of punishment.

The client therefore requested assistance from an attorney at the Changwon branch office.

The Changwon attorney office explained 🔗molestation in a crowded place to the client.

■ Act on Special Cases concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes

▶ Article 11 (Molestation in a Crowded Place)

A person who molests another in public transportation, a performance or assembly venue, or any other place where the public gathers shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than three years or by a fine not exceeding 30 million won.

▶ Where there is no sexual intent

Where physical contact occurs because a vehicle suddenly stops while one is using public transportation, or because one loses balance amid a crowd at a performance venue or is pushed by another person, this offense does not apply, as there is no sexual intent.

Because this is not a crime requiring a complaint to prosecute or a crime not punishable against the victim's will, a prompt response is necessary.

For further details, please seek a consultation at the 🔗Changwon attorney office.

*Crime not punishable against the victim's will: a crime for which punishment can be avoided where the victim and the offender reach a settlement

*Crime requiring a complaint to prosecute: a crime that can be investigated only when the victim or another person designated by law files an accusation or a complaint

The Changwon attorney office argued that the offense had been committed impulsively and that the client had recognized his wrongdoing and shown remorse through the course of the investigation.

The client wrote a letter of apology expressing his sense of regret toward the victim.

He resolved never to repeat the offense.

In a telephone call with the police officer in charge, the victim stated that she did not wish for punishment and did not wish for the case to proceed.

The Changwon attorney argued that the fact that the victim did not wish for the client to be punished should be taken into account.

The client visited the victim and offered an apology.

The Changwon attorney argued that the client was making efforts to remedy the harm.

With the assistance of a Changwon attorney in the proceedings for molestation in a crowded place, the client who visited the Changwon attorney office avoided an actual custodial sentence and received a suspended sentence.

In cases of molestation in a crowded place, whether there was intent is an important factor in the determination.

For that reason, it is necessary to carefully assess the circumstances and present sentencing factors.

Because this is a matter in which even a first-time offender may face severe punishment, requesting the assistance of an attorney experienced in this field from the early stage is a prudent course of action.

At Daeryun LLC, attorneys with experience in the courts, the prosecution, and the police assist clients.

If you have become involved in a charge of molestation in a crowded place, please visit the Changwon branch office at any time and receive a 🔗legal consultation.