A South Korean appeals court has cleared opposition leader Lee Jae-myung of election law violations, overturning a previous conviction that could have hindered his presidential aspirations, though prosecutors plan to appeal the ruling.
A South Korean appeals court cleared opposition leader Lee Jae-myung of election law violations on Wednesday, reversing a previous conviction that could have barred him from running for president. The ruling, which concerns false claims made in 2021 about a land development project in Seongnam, overturned a suspended one-year prison sentence handed down by a lower court.
Lee, who had faced political motivations in the case, expressed relief, stating the decision vindicated him. However, prosecutors announced plans to appeal to the Supreme Court, potentially prolonging the legal battles.
The case is crucial as Lee is considered a frontrunner to replace President Yoon Suk-yeol if Yoon's impeachment is upheld. Despite several legal challenges, including charges linked to bribery and a major property scandal, Lee's legal battles are seen as pivotal in shaping South Korea’s political future.
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