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South Korea appeals court cuts jail sentence for ex-PM Han Duck-soo to 15 years

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Posted on May 7, 2026

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· Last updated: May 7, 2026

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South Korean Appeals Court Reduces Ex-PM Han Duck-soo’s Prison Sentence to 15 Years

Appeals Court Decision and Sentencing Details

Background of the Case

SEOUL, May 7 (Reuters) - South Korea's former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo was sentenced on Thursday to 15 years in prison over charges including his role in the brief imposition of martial law in 2024, after a court of appeals reduced his earlier sentence of 23 years.

Reporting and Editorial Credits

(Reporting by Heejin Kim and Jack KimEditing by Ed Davies)

Key Takeaways

  • South Korea’s Seoul High Court upheld most convictions but cut Han’s sentence by eight years, acknowledging his 50‑plus years in public service (scmp.com)
  • The court found Han convened a cabinet meeting to legalize the martial law declaration, failed to prevent media utility shutdowns, and was involved in document fabrication (koreajoongangdaily.joins.com)
  • Han’s defense has announced plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, rejecting the verdict both factually and legally (ajupress.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Han Duck-soo?
Han Duck-soo is a former Prime Minister of South Korea who was recently sentenced to prison over charges related to martial law.
What sentence did Han Duck-soo receive?
Han Duck-soo was sentenced to 15 years in prison after his original sentence of 23 years was reduced by a court of appeals.
What were the charges against Han Duck-soo?
Han Duck-soo faced charges including his role in the brief imposition of martial law in 2024.
Which court reduced Han Duck-soo's sentence?
A court of appeals in Seoul, South Korea, reduced Han Duck-soo’s sentence from 23 years to 15 years.
When was Han Duck-soo's sentence reduced?
Han Duck-soo's sentence was reduced on Thursday, May 7.

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