Key insights
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Court cited lack of remorse: A judge said Yoon consistently showed no remorse, and prosecutors argued the lack of remorse supported a more severe penalty.
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Insurrection case remains pending: Prosecutors have demanded the death penalty on an insurrection charge, and the verdict in that trial is expected in February.
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Public division persists: Yoon retained strong supporters, and a December survey found nearly 30% of South Koreans did not believe the martial law declaration amounted to an insurrection.
Takeaways
Yoon faces a five-year prison sentence with appeals possible and additional trials pending, including an insurrection case with a verdict expected in February.
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