Singer MC Mong, who was recently charged with suspicions of intentionally extracting his teeth in order to dodge his military draft, attended his third trial on December 20th at the 519th Seoul Central District Court.
The six-hour-long trial included the testimony of five witnesses, all of whom were MC Mong’s dentists. The day’s hearing focused on interrogating the issue behind the validity of the 46th and 47th teeth extractions. All five dentists present were his dentists in 2004.
At the second hearing, all five revealed that MC Mong’s teeth were already deteriorated, causing him to be in great pain. “A first glance with the naked eye would have shown that they were in a bad condition,” they stated.
When asked by the judge as to why he was not consistent in visiting one dentist, MC Mong could not come up with an answer. Furthermore, after it was revealed that there were no records of his extractions and consultation fees, the dentist in question answered, “We had just installed a new electronic register so there was a moment of confusion. Regarding the consultation fees, the nurses did not ask MC Mong to pay because he is MC Mong (a celebrity).”
When asked whether MC Mong made any mention of draft dodging during the time of his teeth extractions, the witnesses provided answers that were different from those recorded during the investigation.
In the investigations, they had stated, “We discussed his draft problems and he intentionally extracted his teeth in order to dodge it.” However, once in the court, witnesses stated, “The police investigations were held in a pressuring and forceful environment. They led us to reply in the manner they wanted.”
After the trial was held, MC Mong refused to make any further statements and returned home. He wrote on his mini-homepage, “I will wait for the next trial. I cannot even breathe, but I request that you wait for me.”
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MC Mong updates (trial #3)
December 22, 2010
MC Mong returned to court on December 20th as the trial continues with more questioning of the dentists involved in the case. Here is a brief summary (by shyangz) of the main points in trial #3, terms and jargons slightly difficult to translate so please feel free to add or correct our interpretation. The next trial (#4) has been scheduled for January 24th.
Three witnesses were questioned
1. Mr Lee (A, 2004. 08) who introduced the dentist in question to MC Mong
2. Mr Lee (B, 2006. 12), a dentist who issues military-related medical diagnosis
3. Mr Lee (C, 2007. 03), formerly a military doctor from Military Manpower Association’s Physical Examination Center
1. Mr Lee (A, 2004. 08) who introduced the dentist in question to MC Mong
2. Mr Lee (B, 2006. 12), a dentist who issues military-related medical diagnosis
3. Mr Lee (C, 2007. 03), formerly a military doctor from Military Manpower Association’s Physical Examination Center
The main point of contention in the 3rd trial is tooth no. 15.
- the statute of limitations on this tooth has expired, thus this tooth did not receive as much impact in this case.
- but its partial existence was raised in the trial, thus prosecutors say it may still exist although it was regarded as part of of the missing teeth (together with tooth no. 35) that could achieve military exemption.
- the prosecutors asserted that if tooth no. 15 existed, then MC Mong can achieve as much as 51 points and not be able to receive military exemption.
- the statute of limitations on this tooth has expired, thus this tooth did not receive as much impact in this case.
- but its partial existence was raised in the trial, thus prosecutors say it may still exist although it was regarded as part of of the missing teeth (together with tooth no. 35) that could achieve military exemption.
- the prosecutors asserted that if tooth no. 15 existed, then MC Mong can achieve as much as 51 points and not be able to receive military exemption.
In this trial, there’s no convincing evidence from both sides, but instead, more charges have appeared. After the trial, 3 issues can be raise:
◆ Issue 1. A new secret card (I think this is a pun by the reporter) has been presented in the trial. Dentist Mr. Lee (B) said he certainly saw the existence of tooth no. 15 but military doctor Mr Lee (C) defined it as missing. If tooth no. 15 did exist, it could have added as many as 3 more points to MC Mong’s physical exam results. The absence of this tooth, together with tooth no. 35, may have enabled MC Mong to achieve a score below 50 thereby receiving military exemption.
Mr Lee (C) – I made a mistake at that time. The tooth could be seen on the panoramic Xray but I said it didn’t. It was a wrong diagnosis and Shin Dong Hyun’s points for functional teeth could have increased from 42 points to 45 points (dental functions are stated as fine when you exceed 45 points). Even though the tooth existed it was infected so I defined it as missing. I agree with the prosecutors’ stand. As long as the root of the tooth exists, 1-2 points can be gained (for the physical exam).
Mr Lee (B) – 2 premolar teeth on the right of his upper jaw was recorded to be infected. The teeth were not visible to the eye, but roots were visible in X ray records. It was recorded that the roots were infected.
Prosecutors – Mr Lee (B) said the said he saw the tooth, Mr Lee (C) said he didn’t. There’s a possibility the presence of tooth no. 15 could have allowed MC Mong to receive 48 points for healthy teeth functions.
◆ Issue 2. Timing and sequencing of events: Extract tooth no. 35 then get a diagnosis for military physical examination then go for military physical examination. MC Mong took 3 months to do this. Prosecutors said it happened too fast and suspect it is because he’s trying to evade military service. But the defense said that these 3 occurences were unrelated and the prosecutors’ assertions were unfounded.
◆ Issue 3. The use of violence tactics by police were raised again. All 3 witnesses said their confessions to the police were partially exaggerated and distorted. MC Mong’s lawyers said that police interrogations were one-sided and carried out by threatening witnesses. But the prosecutors questioned an investigator for this case and made a strong rebuttal that this is a misunderstanding.
lizzybennet also added some news resulting from the “MC Mong effect”.
lizzybennet also added some news resulting from the “MC Mong effect”.
On Friday (Dec. 17th), it was announced that the requirements to get an exemption has been made tougher. To qualify for an exemption, a man must have at least 16 teeth missing of the usual 28 teeth, raised from the 9-10 missing teeth that used to qualify for an exemption. This will take effect starting February 14, 2011.
There were other changes as well, making it tougher to qualify for an exemption, including if you have bad eyesight as well have had back/disc surgery, but those aren’t mentioned in this article.
In addition, MBC, following in the footsteps of KBS, has officially banned MC Mong. He’s one of 29 people banned from the broadcast company. No word on whether this is a temporary ban as what KBS is asserting.
Poor mongie to face all this tiring moments...pls remember mong that we always support u and will waiting for you dear...i just remember, few nights back, i dreamed about ur come back in 1N2D...urmmm, maybe true right??let's hope for the best!!!
