Summary
A South Korean court overturned a 1965 conviction against Choi Mal-ja, who bit off her attacker's tongue while defending herself against a sexual assault. The court now recognizes her actions as self-defense, reversing the original decision. The case has encouraged further support for women's rights and justice for victims of sexual violence in South Korea.
Key Facts
- Choi Mal-ja was acquitted by a South Korean court for an incident that occurred six decades ago.
- In 1965, she was convicted for biting off part of her attacker’s tongue during a sexual assault.
- The recent court ruling deemed her actions as "justifiable self-defense."
- Her attacker received a minimal sentence at the time, unrelated to the attempted rape.
- Choi’s appeal was influenced by the #MeToo movement and women’s rights protests in South Korea.
- The ruling could help other victims of sexual violence seeking justice.
- Her lawyers plan to seek compensation for her wrongful conviction.
- Similar self-defense cases in South Korea have seen women acquitted.
