He was sentenced to a fine of 5 million KRW and mandated to attend a sexual violence therapy program.
The fraud charges against him were dismissed, but the sexual assault was confirmed.
Composer Yu Jae-hwan has filed an appeal against a fine imposed for sexual assault charges. According to Star News on December 2, Yu was sentenced to a fine of 5 million KRW and 40 hours of sexual violence therapy after a court session on November 26 at the Seoul Southern District Court. The judge noted that the assault occurred during their first encounter but took into account that Yu had no prior convictions for similar offenses. In June 2023, Yu promoted a project on social media claiming he would create songs without any composition fees, which led him to face accusations of fraud and sexual assault. However, the fraud charge was dismissed due to lack of evidence. Yu's legal representative stated they would pursue an appeal through appropriate legal channels.
Yu Jae-hwan's appeal could stir significant discussion in both the entertainment and legal sectors, particularly given the societal implications of his case. As a once-popular composer, he may face lasting damage to his public image and career due to these allegations. The heightened public interest in cases involving celebrities underscores the necessity of victim support in contexts of sexual harassment and assault. As incidents of sexual misconduct remain a pressing social issue, Yu's situation may serve as a pivotal case for future discourse on accountability and justice.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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