He unintentionally broke a significant legislation.
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Tv host and persona Jang Sung Kyu really acquired sued for fraudulent solicitation, after sharing the prize cash that he gained from MBC‘s Good Morning FM radio present.
The information got here shortly after Jang Sung Kyu shared that he gained an “Wonderful Radio Host” award and wished to do a very good deed by sharing the prize cash with others. He showcased his pleasure on his social media, not realizing the difficulty that may come forward.
What an honor for #GoodMorningFMJangSungKyu. I shared the prize with those that actually deserve it. #SoProud. To the 5 manufacturing employees from earlier than, and to the 5 manufacturing employees now… And to my outdated supervisor Yong Woon, present supervisor Younger Seok, who’re at all times taking care of me… And the maknae Chang Hyun who isn’t late and ceaselessly by my aspect… Thanks a lot for every thing. #ChristmasGift, #PrizeMoneyFlex.
— Jang Sung Kyu
After sharing this preliminary submit, he returned to his Instagram to mirror on his actions and to convey his apologies to his followers. He uploaded this photograph that exhibits a dialog between him and an official investigator for the case.
The caption that he posted alongside the photograph relayed his honest apologies. Here’s what Jang Sung Kyu needed to say:
I’ve accomplished my investigation. On the finish of final 12 months, I gained a radio DJ competitors and acquired the grand prize of 5 million gained. I shared it with these round me and I’m being sued for it. At first, I used to be shocked. I didn’t suppose it was my cash to obtain so I wished to do one thing good with it.
I wasn’t anticipating something again. I considered it like a present. I supplied 2 million gained to 4 totally different producers however all of them refused, saying that it was in opposition to the foundations. They returned the cash after thanking me for the thought.
— Jang Sung Kyu
He continued along with his apology by admitting to his faults and realizing his errors. He promised to “work more durable to be a greater entertainer” in addition to to “take full duty” for any inconveniences he triggered.
I used to be not in my proper thoughts. I used to be so happy with my actions, to be sharing the prize, that I uploaded it on my social media. I didn’t understand that it might make others uncomfortable nor did I see that it may very well be in opposition to the legislation. Though I had good intentions, I do know now that not every thing can at all times be good. I’ll work even more durable to be a greater entertainer.
The outcomes of the investigation haven’t come out but. I’ll, nonetheless, settle for no matter will get determined. To my household who did obtain the cash, I promise to take full duty if that is inconveniencing you in anyway. #ImSorry
— Jang Sung Kyu
The present South Korean Improper Solicitation and Graft Act “makes it unlawful for public officers to just accept items of greater than 50,000 gained (about $45 USD) or 100,000 gained (about $90 USD) at closed occasions resembling weddings and funerals“. Handed in 2015, the legislation goals for “anti-corruption and bribery prevention“.
Jang Sung Kyu’s gesture to “share” the prize cash turned a violation of this act as a result of the recipients are, in reality, “public officers” by definition — with MBC being a public broadcasting firm.
