Prosecution Service Requests One-Year Prison Sentence for Da Hye Moon in Appeal Trial Over Drunk Driving and Illegal Lodging Charges

[Financial News] The Prosecution Service has requested a one-year prison sentence in the appeal trial of Da Hye Moon, daughter of former President Moon Jae-in, who was fined in the first trial for drunk driving and operating an illegal lodging business. Moon has admitted to all charges and requested leniency.
On the 27th, the Criminal Appeals Division 2-3 of the Seoul Western District Court, presided over by Chief Judge Im Gi-hwan, held the first appeal hearing for Moon, who was charged with violations of the Road Traffic Act and the Public Health Control Act. Both Moon and the Prosecution Service appealed the initial verdict, arguing that the 15 million won fine was inappropriate.
The Prosecution Service stated, "We ask the court to overturn the original verdict and sentence her to one year in prison, as previously requested. " Moon's attorney argued, "The defendant deeply regrets her actions and asks for leniency.
" In her final statement, Moon said, "I fully acknowledge my mistakes and lack of caution, and I deeply regret my actions. I promise not to repeat such behavior in the future.
I sincerely apologize to those who were affected by this incident. 149% in the early morning of October 5 last year near the Hamilton Hotel in Itaewon, Yongsan District, Seoul, and causing a collision with a taxi while changing lanes.
This level of intoxication is grounds for license revocation. She also faces charges of operating unregistered lodging businesses at three locations: an officetel in Yeongdeungpo District, a villa in Yangpyeong-dong (purchased in 2021), and a vacation home in Hyeopjae-ri, Hallim-eup, Jeju City.
In the first trial, the court pointed out that all charges were found guilty, that operating unregistered lodging businesses at three locations was a serious offense, and that her blood alcohol concentration was high. However, the court also considered that Moon admitted to all charges, showed remorse, and had no prior criminal record, sentencing her to a 15 million won fine.
The verdict for the appeal trial is scheduled for 10 a. m.
on January 29 next year.
yesji@fnnews.com Kim Ye-ji Reporter