Han stands accused of orchestrating a scheme to trade gifts for political access, a charge she has consistently rejected throughout the legal proceedings. The prosecution's demand signals a significant escalation in the scrutiny surrounding the church's ties to the nation's political elite. The court is now expected to weigh the evidence regarding these alleged backroom dealings before delivering a final verdict in a case that has drawn intense public interest.
Prosecutors seek 13-year sentence for Unification Church leader
South Korean prosecutors demanded a 13-year prison term on Friday for Han Hak-ja, the head of the Unification Church. The sentencing request follows a high-profile trial centered on allegations of influence peddling, specifically involving illicit exchanges with former first lady Kim Keon Hee to secure political favors.
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