A 20-year-old victim of unwanted sexual intercourse is torn between prosecution and realistic fears after her attacker offers her a 10 million won settlement. A migrant lawyer from Hanbyol Law LLC explains that deferred prosecution is not an easy option in serious cases, especially for sex crimes with high social impact, and makes it clear that the decision to settle is entirely up to the victim.

She pointed out that victims have the right to refuse to settle and seek punishment, and that the offer of settlement itself can be a sign that the offender recognizes the seriousness of the case. He recommended that victims should seek professional counsel to carefully review the appropriateness of the settlement, the possibility of criminal prosecution, and the possibility of subsequent civil claims.