'Hwang Jung-min Stalking Allegations' A Sought 10 Million Won Fine, "Request for Severe Punishment" [Star Scene]

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The Prosecution Service has sought a fine of 10 million won for A, who was brought to trial on charges of stalking actor Hwang Jung-min.

On the 11th, a closing argument hearing was held at the Uijeongbu District Court Goyang Branch regarding A, who was indicted on charges including violation of the Stalking Punishment Act.

On that day, the Prosecution Service requested the court to conduct the trial in private, citing concerns that secondary victimization could occur during the defendant's interrogation.

However, the court rejected the Prosecution Service's request, citing the principle of public trials. The court explained that while matters related to privacy might be mentioned during the defendant's interrogation, such circumstances do not meet the requirements for a closed trial. Nevertheless, the court urged the parties to refrain from making remarks that could lead to secondary victimization of the victim.

Subsequently, the Prosecution Service requested the court to impose a fine of 10 million won on A.

Regarding the basis for its sentencing recommendation, the Prosecution Service cited the long duration of the offenses, the excessive number of contacts, and the posting of threatening messages on social media. It also stated that it considered the victim's side's request for severe punishment against A.

In their final argument, A's defense attorney argued not guilty to the stalking charges. The lawyer contended that communication between the two parties was not one-sided, pointing out circumstances where the victim initiated contact or continued phone calls.

A also reiterated in his final statement that while he acknowledged some of his actions were wrong, it was not a case of one-sided stalking.

A stated, "I do not believe I did only good things. I think there were parts where I should not have acted as I did." However, he added, "But the idea that I am a stalker who chased one person for two years is a completely different story."

He continued, "I hope you will look into who initiated contact first and what promises were made between us. It is not just a matter of punishment; I cannot bear the notion that everything becomes something done unilaterally by one person." Finally, he requested the court to judge based on exactly what the records state.

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