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Suspicion of filming and disseminating private images of a jilted lover, attempting to access personal information, etc.

Overview of the Case (Facts) After breaking up with his former girlfriend, the client was experiencing emotional difficulties and accidentally photographed her private parts without her consent and posted them online. He also attempted to access her personal information. After receiving a suspended prison sentence and a long-term employment restriction order at the first trial, the client approached Ongang Law Firm to prepare for an appeal, fearing severe punishment and social stigmatization. ■ Case Issues (Case Features) This was an appellate case, and it was important to vigorously argue that the sentence handed down in the first trial (especially the five-year work restriction order) was excessive (sentencing injustice). In the appeal, we emphasized favorable mitigating factors, such as the client's admission of all charges, his sincere remorse, and his willingness to settle amicably with the victim to avoid punishment, to maintain the probation but exempt the client from the work restriction order, which was critical to his job and livelihood. On the Course

Allegations of child trafficking in economic hardship

■ Overview of the Case (Facts) The client unexpectedly gave birth to a child in a very difficult economic situation, and was involved in the process of entrusting the child's upbringing to another person in a way that violated the law due to a mistaken judgment that she could not realistically raise the child. Although she later recognized the gravity of her actions and expressed deep regret and remorse, she was faced with the inevitability of severe punishment. She came to Ongang Law Firm to rectify her wrongdoing, seek a pardon, and start a new life. Case Issues (Features of the Case) Although the defendant admitted to the crime and was sincerely remorseful, the crime of child trafficking was a serious offense and the risk of imprisonment was high. The main issues were the defendant's difficult upbringing, desperate economic situation at the time of the crime, first-time offender, and health condition. Ongang's Assistance Ongang Law Firm

Allegations of indecent assault of a minor under the age of 13 in the course of education-related work

Summary of the Case (Facts) The client was employed in an education-related profession and was charged with violating the Sexual Offenses and Punishment of Persons Under the Age of 13 (forcible sexual penetration of a person under the age of 13) for inappropriate physical contact with minor victims in connection with his work. Although he was deeply remorseful for the pain his inappropriate behavior caused the victims, he was in a very critical situation as he was expected to face huge legal disadvantages such as imprisonment and security disposition if the charges were admitted. The client came to Ongang Law Firm to admit his wrongdoing, strive to restore the damage, and seek leniency. ■ Case Issues (Case Features) The main issues in this case were that the defendant admitted to all the facts of the indictment and was deeply remorseful, that he reached an amicable settlement with the victims and received their willingness to not be punished, and that he was making substantial efforts to prevent recidivism. Our defense team vigorously argued that the client was sincerely remorseful and that the risk of recidivism was low.

Alleged violation of current law for importing cannabis-derived products for research/business purposes

Overview of the Case (Facts) Our client was investigated for alleged violations of current laws while importing samples of hemp-based products for research and business purposes, with an eye toward the potential legalization of medical and industrial uses abroad. The products in question were coffee, oil, etc. containing trace amounts of CBD (cannabidiol), some of which were seized at customs clearance, and the rest were being stored without domestic distribution. The client emphasized that it was purely for research purposes on the potential for medical and industrial use, and admitted that it was a mistake caused by a lack of awareness of the relevant laws. In such a situation, the client sought out Ongang Law Firm for a prompt and accurate response. ■ Case Issues (Case Features) The main issues were whether the importation of products containing trace amounts of hemp ingredients such as CBD for research and business purposes constituted a violation of the Narcotics Control Act under the current law, and whether the client's actions were intentional and for the purpose of distribution. Assistance from On Kang 

Suspected of repeatedly and secretly photographing women's bodies in public transportation and public places with cameras

■ Overview of the Case (Facts) The client was investigated for illegally photographing the bodies of a large number of unspecified women in public places, including public transportation facilities. The crimes were committed on multiple occasions, which caused the victims to suffer considerable psychological trauma. Faced with the unexpected situation, the client was frightened and sought the help of legal experts to resolve the case. ■ Case Issues (Case Features) Despite the gravity of the crime, which was committed repeatedly over a considerable period of time against multiple victims, the key issue was to seek probation and exemption from security disposition as the client admitted his wrongdoing and made efforts to repair the damage and prevent recidivism. Our team communicated closely with the client from the outset of the case to ensure that the facts were accurate and that the client understood the seriousness of his situation. The client's sincere remorse for his wrongdoing and his commitment to rehabilitation and prevention of recidivism was evident.

Appeal of first trial sentence for indecent assault on a child under 13

■ Overview of the Case (Facts) The client was charged with sexual crimes against children and adolescents and was sentenced to imprisonment at the original trial and detained by the court. While the client deeply regretted his guilt, he decided to appeal the sentence, believing that it was too severe. Considering the pain of his family and the difficulties of his business, he sincerely sought our help. ■ Case Issues (Case Features) The main issues were whether the defendant, who denied the facts of the crime at the original trial, showed a changed attitude on appeal by admitting the crime and attempting to settle with the victim, and whether the original sentence was appropriate. Onkang's defense team conducted in-depth consultations with the client to closely understand the background of the case and the client's current situation. The team focused on actively convincing the trial court that the client, who had denied the crime at the original trial, sincerely regretted his wrongdoing at the appeal. Specifically, we worked to: first, demonstrate that our client admitted to the offense and was deeply remorseful and

A case where actions against an intoxicated victim resulted in a prison sentence for attempted quasi-rape.

■ Overview of the Case Our client, a nightclub owner, was charged with attempted adultery after he took a drunken and unconscious victim to a motel to commit adultery. After contesting the facts in the original trial, the client was convicted and sentenced to imprisonment, and he despaired of being able to support his family due to his sudden imprisonment. ■ Case Issues In this case, the main issue on appeal was whether the sentence of imprisonment imposed by the trial court was unreasonable, along with factual disputes over whether the victim was in a state of mind or incapacitated, and whether the prostitution was consensual. Through careful analysis of the case record and in-depth consultation with the client, our team determined that it was in the client's best interest to change the defense strategy to admit the facts of the crime, show sincere remorse, and argue for the unfairness of the sentence on appeal rather than disputing the facts in the first trial. 1. Admission of guilt and

Sex trafficking and solicitation charges for participating in a prostitution meeting

■ Case Overview The client was accused of engaging in prostitution by participating in several group prostitution meetings, during which he saw recruitment posters that stated the age of the victims as adults, and the victims acted in a manner that made them appear to be adults. The client came to Ongang for legal representation, arguing that it was difficult to recognize the possibility that the victims were minors under these circumstances. ■ Case Issues The main issues were the circumstantial factors that led the client to perceive the victims as adults, and the victims' appearance and behavior. ■ Ongkang's assistance 1. Emphasizing the client's lack of awareness: Ongkang's lawyers emphasized that the recruitment poster stated the age of the victims as adults, and that the victims looked and acted like adults. It was fully explained in court that it was difficult for the client to recognize the possibility that the victims were minors. 2. Client's remorse and willingness to improve: Mr. Ongang argued that the client was remorseful and willing to improve after the incident.

Avoiding jail time after being accused of distributing and receiving methamphetamine

■ Overview of the case The client was introduced to methamphetamine through a casual acquaintance, and after several attempts to take and receive the drug, he was caught by the police and charged with possession and distribution of methamphetamine. After the crime, the client deeply regretted his wrongdoing, decided to clean up his act, and decided to pursue legal action in an effort to undo the damage caused to himself and his family. The client came to Ongang Law Firm to resolve the case. ■ Case Issues The main issues were to emphasize that the client's offense was a first-time offense, that he was unlikely to reoffend, and that he could return to society through his determination and the active support of his family. ■ Onkang's Assistance Onkang's defense team prepared thoroughly from the beginning of the case to emphasize the client's sincere remorse and willingness to make amends. The client admitted to the crime and voluntarily disclosed additional crimes.

Public indecency applied to two subway molestation cases

■ Overview of the Case The client was accused of molesting a victim twice on the Seoul Subway Line 2. The client touched the victim's body on the train, and later engaged in similar behavior in the waiting room of the subway station. In this situation, the client deeply reflected on his behavior and came to Ongang Law Firm to prepare a legal response. ■ Case Issues The offense of following the victim to the waiting room and committing the offense again was a very serious offense, and even if it was a first-time offense, it was likely to result in imprisonment. ■ Ongkang's assistance Initial consultation and fact-findingThe client visited Ongkang Law Firm for consultation immediately after the incident occurred. The lawyer had a close consultation with the client to listen to the specific facts, and carefully understood the circumstances of the incident and whether the client was remorseful. Initial measures and preparation of sincere reflection Given the gravity of the case, the lawyer immediately asked the client to prepare a sincere reflection.