Criminal Law
Explore criminal defense in Korea with insights on cases like sexual assault, drug offenses, and scams. Learn about legal strategies, rights, and processes to navigate the Korean justice system effectively.
Filing an Embezzlement Complaint: A Strategic Approach
This case involved Pureum Law Office filing a criminal complaint on behalf of a client against an offender for embezzlement. Simon Lee meticulously prepared a complaint…
Navigating Legal Challenges Due to Passport Non-possession
This case involved a client who, while intoxicated, had an altercation with a police officer. Although the client's actions did not amount to obstruction of official…
Claiming Attorney Fees Reimbursement After a Not Guilty Verdict
Claiming Attorney Fees Reimbursement After a Not Guilty Verdict This case involved a client who, after being acquitted in a criminal trial with the representation of…
Minimizing Penalties to Avoid Deportation: A Case of Trespassing
Minimizing Penalties to Avoid Deportation: A Case of Trespassing This case involved a client who, unable to move on from his ex-girlfriend, went to her front…
Obstruction of Official Duties: A Serious Crime in South Korea
In this case, our client faced investigation and trial on charges of obstructing official duties after hurling insults at police officers who arrived at the scene…
Avoiding Serious Legal Consequences: A Case of Road Rage in Busan
In this case, our foreign client faced criminal investigation and trial on charges of pushing a delivery motorcyclist after being threatened by his reckless driving while…
Extradition law in the Republic of Korea (Extradition to Korea in 2024)
Extradition to Korea in 2024 After first signing an extradition agreement with Australia in 1991, the Republic of Korea had such treaties with 78 countries…
Case of Repeated Cannabis Import Orders and Successful Appeal
This case was one of the drug-related cases in 2023 where Simon and the entire team dedicated their best efforts. The client had ordered cannabis online…
Case of Importing Opium Poppy Seeds in Violation of the Narcotics Control Act
This case involved a client who was investigated for violating the Narcotics Control Act by importing 1 kg of opium poppy seeds via international courier. Simon…
