Hwang Jung-min stalker fined 6 million won by South Korean court

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A South Korean court has sentenced a woman in her 40s to a fine of 6 million won for stalking actor Hwang Jung-min. The Uijeongbu District Court Goyang Branch ruled that her persistent messages and actions caused significant anxiety and fear, violating the Act on Punishment of Stalking Crimes. The court also ordered her to complete 40 hours of a stalking prevention program.

The defendant had previously challenged a summary order of 3 million won, claiming the relationship was mutual and not one-sided. However, the court rejected this defense, noting that the frequency and content of her messages exceeded any justifiable reason and that she was aware the victim did not want contact. Evidence presented included messages containing suicide implications, wills, and photos of animal carcasses.

Hwang’s agency, Sam Company, stated they respect the judicial decision but plan to take further legal action regarding the defendant's alleged spread of false information and maliciously edited recordings during the trial. The defendant's legal team has indicated they intend to appeal the verdict.

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Hwang Jung-min · Sam Company · Uijeongbu District Court Goyang Branch · Uijeongbu District Court Goyang Branch

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[● 2 SOURCES] The court ruled the frequency and content of the messages were sufficient to cause anxiety or fear. www.tenasia.co.kr
[● 2 SOURCES] The defendant has filed a separate civil lawsuit seeking approximately 200 million won in damages. www.tenasia.co.kr
[● 3 SOURCES] A woman in her 40s was sentenced to a 6 million won fine in the first instance trial. isplus.com · www.tenasia.co.kr
[● 3 SOURCES] The defendant was ordered to complete 40 hours of a stalking treatment program. isplus.com · www.tenasia.co.kr
[● 2 SOURCES] Sam Company plans to take legal action against the spread of false information and edited recordings. isplus.com · www.tenasia.co.kr
[● 2 SOURCES] Prosecutors had previously requested a 10 million won fine. www.tenasia.co.kr
[● 2 SOURCES] The defendant's legal team intends to appeal the verdict. www.tenasia.co.kr