Court fines photojournalist for Ukraine trip

Court fines photojournalist for Ukraine trip

A district court in Goyang, South Korea, fined photojournalist Jang Jin-young 5 million won, or about US$3,500, for illegally traveling to Ukraine in March 2022 to cover the war with Russia. Legal sources said the Goyang branch of the Uijeongbu District Court found the 46-year-old guilty on Wednesday of violating the Passport Act.

The case centers on his unauthorized trip to Ukraine during the early phase of the conflict. The court's ruling and fine were reported by legal sources and civic group officials.

Key Events

  • A district court reviewed a case involving photojournalist Jang Jin-young's trip to Ukraine.
  • The court found Jang guilty of violating the Passport Act for traveling to Ukraine in March 2022 without authorization.
  • The Goyang branch of the Uijeongbu District Court imposed a 5 million won fine on Jang.