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Sexual Offense Lawyer Assistance | Suspension of Indictment for a Client Charged With Illegal Filming Using a Camera

The client who came to the sexual offense attorney sought an attorney with experience in handling many sexual offense cases in order to defend against a sexual offense complaint of illegal filming filed by his girlfriend.

1. The Client Who Requested Assistance From a Sexual Offense Lawyer

Sex crime attorney, case of a suspension of indictment disposition for illegal filming using a camera

The client who requested assistance from a sex crime attorney was facing punishment on a charge of illegal filming using a camera, but through the prompt assistance of the sex crime attorney, the client was able to obtain a suspension of indictment disposition.

How the Client Became Involved in the Sexual Offense Case

The client filmed a scene of sexual intercourse with his girlfriend using a camera, and thereafter repeated the act of secretly filming parts of her body without her consent a total of four times.

He later came to mention the existence of the recordings to his girlfriend, and the girlfriend, angered by this, proceeded to file a sexual offense complaint against the client.

Bewildered by the sudden complaint, the client felt anxiety over the possibility of an actual custodial sentence as well as fear that it would have a serious adverse effect on his social reputation.

The client therefore concluded that he could not resolve the matter alone, and came to an attorney who had handled numerous sexual offense cases to request assistance.

2. Illegal Filming Using a Camera, Explained by a Sexual Offense Lawyer

🔗Illegal filming using a camera is punished under the Act on Special Cases concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes.

If a person filmed, against the will of the subject, a body that could arouse sexual desire or a sense of shame, using a camera or other device with similar functions, that person is subject to the following punishment.

Act on Special Cases concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes, Article 14

Filming using a camera or other deviceImprisonment for up to 7 years or a fine of up to 50 million won

Identifying the Issues in the Case

The issue in this case was that the client had repeatedly filmed the victim secretly without the victim's consent.

However, the client honestly acknowledged his wrongdoing, sincerely apologized to the victim, and showed a deeply reflective attitude

In response, the attorney specializing in sexual offenses carefully assisted in reaching an amicable settlement with the victim, and on this basis established a strategy to obtain a non-prosecution disposition.

3. The Sexual Offense Lawyer's Assistance

Case Study of Assistance Provided by an Attorney Specializing in Sex Crimes

In a situation where the client acknowledged all of the facts, the attorney specializing in sex crimes constructed a defense strategy that comprehensively considered the direction of the response at the investigation stage and the likely future outcome.

Afterward, the attorney actively provided assistance, presenting various legal arguments so that the client could obtain a non-prosecution disposition.

Sexual Offense Lawyer's Argument 1 | The Client's Remorse

During the consultation with the sex crimes attorney, the client acknowledged all of the wrongdoing and said that the client was deeply remorseful.

Accordingly, the sex crimes attorney emphasized that the client had confessed to the facts of the crime and had cooperated faithfully with the police investigation.

Sexual Offense Lawyer's Argument 2 | A Settlement With the Victim

The attorney specializing in sex crimes carefully supported the entire process, from preparing a letter of apology to coordinating the terms of settlement, so that the client could reach an amicable settlement with the victim.

As a result, the attorney emphasized that the victim prepared and submitted a settlement agreement and a written statement of no desire for punishment, indicating that the victim did not wish for the client to be punished.

Sexual Offense Lawyer's Argument 3 | No Likelihood of Recidivism

The client repeatedly expressed, before himself as well as his parents and acquaintances, a firm resolve never to repeat the same wrongdoing.

The client's family also expressed their intention to continuously guide the client and watch over him responsibly, and they are working together to prevent reoffending.

In response, the sexual offense specialist attorney provided guidance on an educational institution so that the client could diligently complete sexual violence prevention education.

4. Result of the Sexual Offense Lawyer's Assistance: “Suspension of Indictment”

Summary of the need for assistance from an attorney specializing in sexual offenses

The prosecution, having accepted the arguments of the attorney specializing in sexual offenses, issued a suspension of indictment disposition in this sexual offense case.

The client repeatedly expressed gratitude, stating that it was thanks to the attorney specializing in sexual offenses that the client was able to receive a suspension of indictment disposition.

If You Are Involved in a Sexual Offense Case

Because the initial response is more important than anything in sexual offenses such as illegal filming using a camera, it is advisable to promptly obtain the assistance of an attorney.

Daeryun Law Firm has numerous attorneys with extensive experience in sexual offense cases.

It therefore prepares tailored response strategies through prompt securing of evidence and thorough preparation of statements from the early stages of a case.

If you are involved in a sexual offense case such as illegal filming using a camera and are concerned about punishment, please request assistance promptly at any time by booking a legal consultation with Daeryun Law Firm.

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