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"Exploited First Lady's Status for Personal Gain"... All Charges Found Guilty

Jo Seong-hyeon

Published : Jun 26, 2026 5:38 PM

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[Joo Young-jin's News Briefing]

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■ Broadcast: SBS Mon-Fri (14:00–15:20)
■ Anchor: Joo Young-jin
■ Guests: Lee Kyung-min, Lawyer; Im Chan-jong, SBS Legal Correspondent
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● 'Selling Government Positions' Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison in First Trial

[Interview] Lee Kyung-min / Lawyer
"Maximum sentence for 'selling government positions' is 7 years and 6 months... A 7-year prison sentence is near the statutory maximum."

[Interview] Im Chan-jong / SBS Legal Correspondent
"The court also judged the investigation process involving Kim Keon-hee to be improper, which was reflected in the sentencing."

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