Incheon Law Firm's Assistance | Client Who Violated the Framework Act on Firefighting Services Received a Small Fine

On the day of the incident, the client was on his way home after meeting acquaintances and drinking.

As he was getting into the apartment elevator, the client became angry and kicked the elevator door.

The elevator then broke down, and the client sent a rescue request to the management office.

After some time, firefighters were dispatched.

Upon seeing the dispatched firefighters, the client became angry at having waited so long and directed verbal abuse and assault at them.

In the end, the client, charged with violating the Framework Act on Firefighting Services, requested assistance from the Incheon law firm in order to defend against punishment.

The Incheon law firm explained the violation of the Framework Act on Firefighting Services.

If a person, without justifiable grounds, uses force to obstruct the firefighting activities of a dispatched fire brigade, such as fire suppression, lifesaving, and emergency rescue, that person may be sentenced to imprisonment for up to five years or a fine of up to 50 million won.

※ Imprisonment for up to five years or a fine of up to 50 million won

1. Acts that obstruct a fire brigade's fire suppression, lifesaving, or emergency rescue activities

2. Acts that obstruct the rescue of a person, the extinguishing of a fire, or efforts to prevent a fire from spreading

3. A person who, without justifiable grounds, uses fire-fighting water facilities, impairs their utility, or obstructs their use

※ Imprisonment for up to three years or a fine of up to 30 million won

1. A person who obstructs the temporary use of an object subject to firefighting or land, the restriction of such use, or a disposition necessary for firefighting activities

The Incheon law firm explained examples under the Framework Act on Firefighting Services.

1. Mr. A, who assaulted and threatened the dispatched firefighters

2. Mr. B, who erased the road marking for a fire truck exclusive zone

3. Mr. C, who, without any reason, did not extinguish a fire until the fire brigade arrived

4. Mr. D, who installed obstacles around fire prevention facilities

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Before the offense, the client was a diligent member of society with no prior record for any offense of the same type.

The Incheon law firm argued that the client was a first-time offender with no prior record.

The client visited the injured firefighter to convey his apology and paid compensation for the harm.

The Incheon law firm emphasized that the injured firefighter had accordingly prepared a statement of no wish for punishment for the client.

The Incheon law firm noted that the client was making efforts never to reoffend.

It argued that the client was taking alcohol-related education and was moderating his drinking.

Although the client violated the Framework Act on Firefighting Services, with the assistance of the Incheon attorney he was able to receive a fine.

When a person assaults dispatched firefighters, because the target of the assault is a firefighter who protects the public, the person is charged not with ordinary 🔗obstruction of official duties but with a violation of the Framework Act on Firefighting Services, and is punished severely.

The Incheon attorney collaborates with attorneys located across all regions to provide clients with favorable legal solutions through in-person meetings and real-time video conferences.

If you become involved in a charge of violating the Framework Act on Firefighting Services, you are welcome to consult an 🔗Incheon attorney at any time.