In relation to the ongoing investigation of the AVMOV site, the level of punishment significantly varies depending on the user's actions (production, distribution, viewing) and the subject (whether it involves minors). In particular, uploading for profit or viewing sexual exploitation materials can lead to harsh penalties even for first-time offenders, so caution is needed.

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1. Overview of Investigation and Punishment of the AVMOV Site: Differential punishment based on involvement

2. Legal Issues Related to Child Sexual Exploitation Materials (Underage Materials): Strong punishment regulations without fines

3. Establishment of Crimes for Distribution and Production of Adult Material: Criminal liability for non-consensual distribution

4. Types of Punishment by Action: Production, uploading (for profit), downloading, and viewing

5. Expected Punishment Levels by Involvement: From operators to simple viewers

1. Overview of Investigation and Punishment of the AVMOV Site

As the investigation into the AVMOV site has intensified recently, inquiries about punishment levels have surged. According to Cheongchul Law Firm, in this case, punishment levels are determined not uniformly but based on actual actions and degree of involvement. Understanding exactly what actions one is involved in is the first step in responding.

2. Legal Issues Related to Child Sexual Exploitation Materials (Underage Materials)

The core keyword is 'whether minors are involved'. Videos featuring minors are defined as sexual exploitation materials under the 'Act on the Protection of Children and Youth from Sexual Abuse'.

• High Punishment Levels: Crimes related to sexual exploitation materials have no fine regulations under legal provisions, making the risk of imprisonment very high when prosecuted.

• Precautions: Even if there was consent from the minor at the time of filming, or if the video was shot by themselves, it is still legally classified as sexual exploitation material and cannot avoid punishment.

3. Establishment of Crimes for Distribution and Production of Adult Material

In the case of videos featuring adults, if there was consent from the subject at the time of filming, the production itself may not be a crime. However, distribution without the consent of the parties involved becomes a subject of severe punishment under the 'Special Act on the Punishment of Sexual Violence Crimes'.

4. Types of Punishment by Action and the Risks of 'For Profit'

Actions within the AVMOV site can be broadly categorized into three types:

1. Production: The act of directly creating videos

2. Uploading: The act of posting on the site

3. Downloading and Viewing: The act of downloading or watching videos

In particular, the AVMOV site has a structure where points obtained from uploading videos are used to watch other videos. Courts can consider this as distribution for 'profit', which in this case becomes the subject of aggravated punishment.

5. Expected Punishment Levels by Involvement

• Operators and Key Participants: All allegations of production, distribution, and viewing apply, with recognition of profit motives and habitual nature. Depending on the case, organized crime charges may also be applied, making it the most serious case.

• Heavy Uploaders and Habitual Downloaders: Though not at the level of an operator, the profit motive and habitual nature are recognized, leading to a high possibility of severe sentencing.

• Simple Viewers: Even if viewing is sporadic or one-time, there is a possibility of punishment for the act of 'viewing' itself. Particularly, if the viewed video is child sexual exploitation material, severe punishment can be imposed even for a single act.

  
  

This post has been created for the purpose of providing legal information, and legal judgment may vary depending on specific cases.