'Artist Sent to Prosecution Following Attachment of Satirical Poster of President Yoon'
[Asia Economy Reporter Gong Byung-sun] Artist Lee Ha (54, real name Lee Byung-ha), who was investigated by the police on charges of posting a satirical poster of President Yoon Seok-yeol, has been referred to the prosecution.
On the 13th, Yongsan Police Station in Seoul announced that on the 21st of last month, Lee was sent to the prosecution on charges of violating the Outdoor Advertising Act and the Minor Offenses Act.
Lee is accused of posting a poster mocking President Yoon near the bus stop at Samgak Station on Subway Line 4 last September. The poster depicted President Yoon with the front of his gonryongpo (dragon robe) loosened and the face of First Lady Kim Geon-hee partially covered. Additionally, the phrase "Feel free to scribble, it will be collected soon. Please do not remove it" was written.
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When Lee appeared at the police station on October 24, he stated, "I only installed a work on the wall that contains universal sentiments," and added, "It is hard to accept being punished under an excessive legal standard."
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