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Musical Star Faces Jury Trial | South Korea News
Musical star Nam Kyung-joo is set to stand trial in Seoul this November, facing serious allegations of sexual assault against a student under his authority. Though jury trials are rare in South Korea, the court agreed to one—advisory only—to balance justice with the victim’s needs. The trial spans two days: Day one confirms identities and hears defense witnesses; Day two features testimony from both parties and closing arguments. With creative freedom allowed—including the possibility of Nam performing a musical in court—the case, rooted in an incident from last December, could reshape…
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