Investigation of Hiroko Hirosue: Celebrity Justice and the Impact of Medication on Driving Charges
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Investigation of Hiroko Hirosue: Celebrity Justice and the Impact of Medication on Driving Charges

Reflecting on the Investigation of Hiroko Hirosue

Recently, the investigation of Hiroko Hirosue on charges of dangerous driving causing injury has sparked considerable discussion. Despite her negative drug test results, the police proceeded with a search based on the claim that “there may have been an influence from over-the-counter or prescription medications.” This raises significant questions regarding the necessity of

Can Forgiveness Exist Without Criminal Responsibility? Exploring Settlements and Legal Accountability
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Can Forgiveness Exist Without Criminal Responsibility? Exploring Settlements and Legal Accountability

Question from a Reader:
Can Nakai-san be forgiven without bearing any criminal responsibility?

Considerations on Criminal Responsibility and Settlement

Recently, while discussing legal matters with friends, we passionately talked about criminal responsibility and settlements. This topic piqued my interest, partly due to my part-time work at a judicial scrivener’s office. A friend posed the question, “Can Nakai-san be forgiven without bearing