What Changes Are Coming for ‘Chokbeop’ Minors? Key Insights from Recent Discussions
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Officials concluded a public consultation process on adjusting the age of criminal responsibility for so‑called “criminally non‑liable juveniles”—minors exempt from criminal prosecution. The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family held the final meeting of its Social Dialogue Council today (April 30), reviewing and approving the reform recommendations produced over two months of deliberation. The ministry gathered input from experts and the public through two public forums, deliberative sessions with citizen panels, and other meetings convened by the council. Ministry officials said the approved recommendations will be reported to the Cabinet around mid‑May. Yonhap News TV — For story tips and inquiries: KakaoTalk/LINE: jebo23; Jae‑kyung Lee (jack0@yna.co.kr)
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