South Korean prosecutors have requested a 15-year prison sentence for former First Lady Kim Keon Hee, who is on trial for bribery, stock manipulation and fundraising offences, with a verdict due on 28 January.
Prosecutors outlined their final arguments at the Seoul Central District Court on Wednesday, marking one year since former President Yoon Suk Yeol declared a brief period of martial law.
The charges against Kim form part of a wider investigation into alleged abuses of power by the former presidential couple.
Kim has been indicted on multiple counts, including participating in stock price manipulation in 2010 and 2011, violating political fundraising rules, and accepting valuables from the Unification Church. Dressed in a black suit, she apologised for “causing concerns” but denied any wrongdoing.
Former President Yoon is separately on trial for masterminding an insurrection, a charge that carries a potential life sentence or death penalty. He has denied all accusations.
Last month, the special prosecutor requested a 15-year prison term for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, accused of aiding Yoon’s martial law attempt. His verdict is scheduled for 21 January.
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