The Suwon District Court found Shincheonji’s leader not guilty of obstructing the anti-COVID-19 health efforts, but said (wrongly) he mismanaged the group’s money.
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The South Korean Verdict on Chairman Lee: COVID-19 and Religious Liberty
The decision absolving Shincheonji’s leader from charges of obstructing the anti-pandemic efforts has important international implications.
Shincheonji’s Chairman Lee Not Guilty of Breaking Virus Law: The Decision
The Suwon District Court debunked the fake news, and stated that Shincheonji “promptly and actively” cooperated with health authorities when requested.