South Korean singer-turned-actress Nana, who stars in the new movie 'The Swindlers' poses for the camera during a publicity event at a Seoul theater. Photo by YONHAP / EPA
June 14 (Asia Today) -- A series of cases in which crime victims faced complaints from their attackers has prompted calls in South Korea to expand legal protections for people defending themselves against home intruders.
The debate gained attention after singer and actor Nana subdued an armed man who entered her home, only to be accused by the alleged intruder of attempted murder and aggravated assault.
The case has also prompted calls for South Korea to adopt its own version of the castle doctrine, a legal principle recognized in various forms in many U.S. states that gives occupants broader rights to defend themselves against intruders in their homes.
Rep. Jeon Yong-gi of the Democratic Party of Korea recently introduced an amendment to Article 21 of the Criminal Act, which governs self-defense.
