Game Industry Promotion Act | Defending a Client Against a Custodial Sentence for Violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act

2026.04.27박동일

This is the account of a client who sought an attorney's assistance after being accused of violating the Game Industry Promotion Act. The attorney, who has extensive experience handling cases related to the Game Industry Promotion Act, succeeded in defending against a custodial sentence.

1. The Client Who Violated the Game Industry Promotion Act

This is the account of a client who sought an attorney's assistance after being accused of violating the Game Industry Promotion Act.

The client was new to society, having only recently entered university, and explained that conduct from his middle school years had been detected, placing him at risk of punishment in this case.

The client explained that during his middle school years, he had purchased online game hacking programs, so-called "game hacks," and earned profits by reselling them to others.

This conduct had recently been detected, and after receiving a notice from the police to appear, the client visited to consult with an attorney.

The client requested assistance in defending against a custodial sentence for violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act.

2. What Is the Game Industry Promotion Act?

The Game Industry Promotion Act sets out matters concerning the establishment of a foundation for the game industry and the use of game products, with the purpose of promoting the game industry and establishing a sound game culture among the people.

The Game Industry Promotion Act serves as the basis for various game regulations and the prior review system.

The Level of Punishment for the Client Who Violated the Game Industry Promotion Act

The client, accused of violating the Game Industry Promotion Act, stated that he had purchased and resold game hacks for online 🔗games.

A game hack is an illegal program used to hack and modify the scripts of a game and the like so as to induce behavior different from the original operation.

A game hack does not violate the Game Industry Promotion Act through mere use; rather, producing and distributing one constitutes the violation.

▶Game Industry Promotion Act

Article 32 (Prohibition of Distribution of Illegal Game Products, etc.) (1) No person shall engage in any of the following acts that undermine the distribution order of game products.

9. Producing, distributing, providing, or arranging game products that have not been provided or approved by a business operator related to game products

10. Producing or distributing computer programs, devices, or apparatus for the purpose of committing the illegal acts under subparagraph 9

Article 44 (Penalty Provisions) (1) A person who falls under any of the following is punishable by imprisonment for not more than five years or a fine of not more than 50 million won.

2. A person who has committed an act falling under Article 32 (1) 1, 4, 7, 9, or 10

The client could be punished, in accordance with the violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act, by imprisonment for not more than five years or a fine of not more than 50 million won.

3. Accompanying the Client Who Violated the Game Industry Promotion Act to the Police Investigation

The client, accused of violating the Game Industry Promotion Act, sought out an attorney after receiving contact from the police.

The attorney first requested that the case be transferred so that the client could be investigated at the police station with jurisdiction over the client's place of residence.

In addition, the attorney accompanied the client to the police investigation and provided assistance so that the client would not make any disadvantageous statements.

Submitting a Defense Counsel's Opinion for the Client Who Violated the Game Industry Promotion Act

After the police investigation of the client who violated the Game Industry Promotion Act, the case was referred to the prosecution. To prevent a custodial sentence, the attorney submitted a defense counsel's opinion containing the following.

The client was a middle school student at the time of the offense and stopped the offense as soon as he learned that it was an illegal act.

The client is still 19 years old and new to society.

The client genuinely shows remorse and repents for his offense.

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4. Result in a Client's Case of Violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act

An attorney acted on behalf of a client charged with violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act, and the client received a suspension of indictment at the prosecution stage.

The game company had provided materials to the police, so it appeared difficult for the client to avoid an actual custodial sentence.

The attorney analyzed the case and presented mitigating factors favorable to the client, which made it possible to obtain a suspension of indictment.

A violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act may result in severe punishment, given that it can have a significant adverse effect on the game industry.

If you are facing such charges, you may seek a 🔗attorney referral and respond to the matter.

Client Case Result FAQ

What is the suspension of indictment that the client charged with violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act received?

The client's suspension of indictment is a decision in which the offense is acknowledged, but the prosecution decides not to bring a public prosecution.

Does the suspension of indictment received by the client charged with violation of the Game Industry Promotion Act leave no criminal record?

The client's suspension of indictment leaves no criminal record, but it may remain in the investigation history records for five years, so it may operate as an unfavorable factor if a similar offense is committed again.

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