#MINO appeared in his first trial today and admitted to all charges of violating the Military Service Act; and appealed for leniency.
Song Minho in his final statement in the court today:
βYour Honor, I would like to offer my apologies to everyone present here. As a young man of the Republic of Korea, I failed to faithfully fulfill my duty of national defense to the very end, a duty that must be fulfilled. I suffer from bipolar disorder and panic disorder. I know that this illness must never be used as an excuse or a justification.β
He bowed his head and said, βAs someone loved by many, I am truly sorry for showing such a shameful side of myself, failing to set an example. I am left with only deep regret over my truly foolish choice. I am currently receiving diligent treatment. I want to recover my health as soon as possible, and if I am given the opportunity to re-enlist, I wish to faithfully complete my service to the end. I would like to apologize once again.β
βThe prosecution requested a sentence of 1 year and 6 months in prison.
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