A senior researcher at the Constitutional Court has reportedly resigned following disciplinary action for allegedly stalking a female colleague. Another senior researcher, who faced sexual misconduct allegations years ago, remains in position but has been temporarily reassigned from his duties.
According to Yonhap News on May 10, the Constitutional Court accepted the resignation of senior researcher A, who had received a reprimand due to the stalking allegations.
A is accused of persistently contacting a female researcher and requesting to meet her.
Previously, the court's disciplinary committee decided to issue a reprimand to A for violating the duty to maintain dignity, and he was stripped of his senior position. Reports indicate that A submitted his resignation in response to this decision.
Additionally, about three years ago, senior researcher B was implicated in allegations of inappropriate physical contact with female colleagues during an internal workshop while intoxicated.
The court stated that it received complaints at the time but concluded the matter without initiating a formal investigation, respecting the victims' wishes.
While the court did not take personnel action against B, internal dissatisfaction has led to recent guidance advising researchers not to report to him for the time being.
Critics in the legal community have questioned the court's response, suggesting it was inadequate given the circumstances.
Despite previous complaints from victims, there are claims that senior staff members overlooked the issues and did not respond sufficiently.
Both senior researchers are currently under investigation by police following a report filed by the Freedom Korea Defense Corps at the end of last month, accusing them of violations of the Stalking Punishment Act and sexual assault.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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