Leader Of Idol Group Sentenced For Violating Military Laws

A 32-year-old idol was sentenced today for dodging his military obligations.

On January 17, an idol, Mr. Ahn, was given a 1 year prison sentence, suspended for two years for violating military laws. The idol was also given 80 hours of community service.

Photo of Supreme Court for illustrative purposes | The Korea Times

According to reports, Mr. Ahn debuted as his group’s leader in 2018. The idol was originally charged for faking having a learning disability to dodge serving as an active soldier.

Unrelated photo of Korean military for illustrative purposes | Joong Ang Ilbo

In his ruling, the judge revealed the reason why the idol didn’t receive a harsher sentence, citing the fact that the idol didn’t have a criminal record.

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