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South Korean First Lady Bribery Sentence

South Korea ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Crime & Justice

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South Korean First Lady Kim Keon-hee receives a seven-year prison sentence in a first-instance ruling for bribery charges. Prosecutors had sought a seven-and-a-half-year sentence for her alleged involvement in accepting bribes.

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท South Korea/Korean NEW

Kim Keon-hee Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison in First Trial for Bribery; Court Cites 'Unhesitating' Acceptance of Gifts

- Kim Keon-hee, the former first lady, was sentenced to seven years in prison in her first trial for bribery charges. - The court found her guilty of receiving money and gifts in exchange for favors, citing her 'unhesitating' acceptance of valuables. - The court also ordered the confiscation of artwork, a watch, and other luxury items, along with a fine of 64.8 million won.