Ministry of Justice "Strict Punishment Policy for Violators of Self-Quarantine Measures"
[Asia Economy Reporter Song Seung-yoon] The Ministry of Justice announced on the 9th that it will strictly deal with violations of quarantine measures by health authorities related to the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).
The Ministry of Justice stated, "Recently, cases of violating self-quarantine measures for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients have been frequent, raising public concern," and added, "We plan to strictly impose criminal penalties on those who violate measures imposed under the Infectious Disease Prevention and Control Act."
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It also said, "Separately from criminal penalties, if violations of self-quarantine measures cause additional quarantine measures, infection spread, or national damages, we will also pursue claims for compensation," adding, "This measure is expected to contribute to preventing further spread of COVID-19 infection."
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