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Oh Se-hoon acquitted on appeal
Photo: 한겨레 In short Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon was acquitted on appeal in a trial over allegations that he received paid poll survey expenses.
The first trial imposed a 10 million won fine, but the decision was overturned in the appellate court.
After the ruling, Mayor Oh thanked Seoul citizens for their trust in him.
Key facts When Appellate ruling was held at Seoul High Court on October 23rd. Who Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon was tried on charges of violating the Political Funds Act. What He was accused of having others pay 21 million won in costs for five poll surveys. How The court overturned the first trial's fine of 10 million won and confiscation of 21 million won, issuing a not guilty verdict.
What it means for me
As a trial result directly related to Seoul's administration, its impact on ordinary citizens' daily lives is limited.
Why does this matter? The trial concerns whether the mayor will lose his position, which could affect the stability of Seoul's city administration.
Politics · 3 sources combined p. 2 / 2
Oh Se-hoon acquitted on appeal
Photo: 세계일보 In short Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon was acquitted on appeal in a political funds law violation case.
The first trial's fine was overturned, and two co-defendants were also acquitted.
The special prosecution plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, so the ruling is not yet final.
Key facts When The appellate court ruling was issued on October 23 at Seoul High Court. Who Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon, former Senior Deputy Mayor Kang Chul-won, and businessman Kim. What They were prosecuted on charges of violating the political funds law (suspicion of third-party payment for opinion polls). How The court found Myung Tae-gyun's testimony unreliable, reversed the first trial fine of 10 million won, and acquitted them.
What it means for me
This is not a matter that directly impacts Seoul's administration or personal life.
Why does this matter? This case affects whether the Seoul mayor's judicial risks are resolved and his future political position.
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