I am unfairly being charged as a drug courier. What should I do?

There are cases where a person, while transporting drugs under the guise of a simple delivery or courier part-time job, is caught and becomes involved in a case.

Under what is called 'dolus eventualis (willful negligence),' if a person continued the act despite recognizing the possibility that the criminal fact would occur, intent is recognized, and the person may become subject to punishment as a drug courier as an aider and an accomplice.

If a high salary was set relative to the intensity of the work, or the situation was one in which the contents, such as syringes or drugs, could be checked, the drug courier's dolus eventualis (willful negligence) may be recognized.

Under the Narcotics Control Act, a person who transports drugs is subject to imprisonment with labor for up to 5 years or a fine of up to 50 million won.

Therefore, if you become involved in a related case, you should respond, with the help of an attorney specializing in drug cases from as early a stage as possible, so as to avoid an unjust disposition.

It is necessary to conduct a consultation with an attorney specializing in drug cases from immediately after the incident to ascertain the accurate facts and prepare every possible legal response.

To avoid excessive punishment due to unfavorable statements at the investigation stage, you should obtain the help of an attorney specializing in drug cases.

Please keep in mind that it is essential to closely ascertain what was omitted or insufficient at the investigation stage and then establish a new strategy to steer the case favorably.