Choo Mi-ae "Currently Establishing Measures to Prevent Jo Doo-soon's Recidivism"

[Asia Economy Reporter Baek Kyunghwan] Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae stated that regarding child sex offender Jo Doo-soon, "We are checking his psychological state and establishing measures to prevent recidivism."

On the 12th, Minister Choo attended the plenary session of the National Assembly's Budget and Accounts Special Committee and responded to ruling party lawmakers' questions demanding a review of the life imprisonment system by saying, "We are well aware of the public's anxiety," and added, "To suppress Jo Doo-soon's recidivism, the Ministry of Justice is checking his psychological state and establishing prevention measures."

In particular, Minister Choo added, "Institutionally, we are consulting with local governments to implement one-on-one electronic monitoring, restrict alcohol consumption and outings, and operate specialized programs for improving sexual awareness and alcohol treatment."

However, she expressed difficulty regarding the claim that life imprisonment should be introduced to permanently isolate heinous child sex offenders from society. Minister Choo replied, "Instead of introducing the life imprisonment system, we are preparing legislation to prevent the recurrence of serious crimes and to rehabilitate the offenders."

Meanwhile, Jo Doo-soon, who is serving a 12-year sentence for kidnapping and sexually assaulting an elementary school student, is scheduled to be released on the 13th of next month. Jo Doo-soon has expressed his intention to return to Ansan City, Gyeonggi Province after his release.

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