Defending Against Criminal Charges: How Our Law Firm Secured a Case Dismissal (Legal help for foreigners)
At Kristen Lee, Attorneys at Law – Law Firm Pyeong San, we specialize in providing legal help for foreigners through expert criminal defense in Korea, ensuring our clients receive strategic and dedicated representation. One recent case highlights our expertise in achieving case dismissals through meticulous evidence analysis and aggressive legal de...
Obstruction of Duties in Korea: Defense Strategies for Foreign Nationals
Obstruction of official duties is a serious offense under South Korean law, commonly involving the assault or intimidation of public officials, including police officers, while they are performing their duties. This crime frequently occurs in incidents where intoxicated individuals interfere with law enforcement officers, leading to physical or ver...
Renowned Criminal Lawyer for US Citizens Kristen Lee Shares Expertise at 2024 Foreign Criminal Jurisdiction Symposium
1. Kristen Lee’s Expertise Recognized The 2024 Foreign Criminal Jurisdiction Symposium, held on November 14-15 by the United States Forces Korea (USFK) Office of the Judge Advocate, featured Kristen Lee, a prominent legal expert and the lead attorney at Kristen Lee, Attorneys at Law. Invited as a specialist in Korean criminal law, Ms. Lee’s inclusi...
Foreign Travelers with CBD and MDMA: Drug Import Case Korea
As the number of foreigners traveling to South Korea has seen a drastic surge since the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of foreign travelers caught carrying drugs into Korea has increased by more than 300%. Many of these cases were foreigners who got caught with cannabis oil cartridges and MDMA at border crossings. This article discusses...
American Sports Star Hired a Criminal Defense Attorney in Seoul and Avoided Prosecution
Recently, the criminal defense attorney in Seoul at Law Firm LEE&LEE represented a U.S. sports star in a criminal case here in Korea and successfully achieved a positive outcome for the client. Our criminal defense lawyer, who is a listed attorney with the US Embassy, effectively defended the American athlete, which allowed him to return...
Best Strategies for Assault and Battery Defense Case in Korea
1. A Foreigner under Police Investigation for Assaulting and Injuring a Victim In this case, the client was a U.S. citizen who has been working for a Korean company for several years. While having drinks with a group of people he knew, he got into an argument that, according to the victim in this case,...
Winning Against Illegal Filming Charges in Korea (Hidden Camera Crime Case)
A foreigner with US nationality was arrested by South Korean police on allegations of secretly filming a Korean woman’s buttocks with his mobile phone camera, but he ultimately received a suspension of indictment, thanks to the efforts of the criminal defense lawyer at the Lee & Lee Lawfirm who defended him against the sexual violence...
Korean DUI Law: Strategies of Expert DUI Lawyers in Seoul
Recently, the Korean government has increased the fines imposed on drunk driving offenses. For foreigners, the amount of legal fines they receive for a criminal offense may determine whether they will be allowed to maintain their status of stay in Korea or whether they will face deportation, which is why they need to be aware...
Drug Crimes in Korea: A Guide to Criminal Law for Foreigners
1. An Overview of Drug Offenses in South Korea Korea is widely known for its strict drug policy where even small offenses can result in severe legal penalties. Since the Korean government maintains a policy of zero tolerance for drug offenses, it is necessary for both Koreans and foreigners to understand the complexities of drug...
Criminal Defense attorney in Korea
As a practicing criminal defense attorney in Korea, possession and using illegal drugs are strictly restricted under Narcotics Control Act. Foreign expats need to be careful not to possess some drugs that are legally approved in their country, but not in Korea. – As criminal defense attorneys in Korea, we have defended numerous expats unfairl...