Foreign Hidden Camera Case – Multiple Offenses Found, Yet Prison Sentence Avoided with Probation

Foreign Hidden Camera Case – Multiple Offenses Found, Yet Prison Sentence Avoided with Probation

 

Law Firm Dongju 법무법인 동주 

A foreign national was arrested for illegally filming a woman’s skirt on an escalator, in violation of Article 14 of the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes.
During a forensic analysis of the client’s phone, investigators discovered additional photos that appeared to involve other victims — some intentional, some accidental.

The discovery of multiple incidents raised the risk of a prison sentence and deportation, given that hidden camera crimes are treated as serious sexual offenses in Korea.

Dongju Law Firm’s defense strategy included:

• Acknowledging all wrongdoing and showing sincere remorse from the outset.

• Demonstrating that some of the recovered photos were unintentional and not taken for sexual purposes.

• Submitting reflection letters and petitions from family and acquaintances.

• Emphasizing the client’s strong commitment to rehabilitation and prevention of reoffense.

✅ The result?
Despite the discovery of additional offenses, the court recognized the client’s remorse and granted a suspended sentence (집행유예) instead of imprisonment. The client avoided incarceration and is now preparing for the immigration review process to maintain legal residency in Korea.

 

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