concept   courtroom
culture   South Korea
statement   South Korean courtrooms prioritize consensus and mediation, featuring a less formal layout with a strong emphasis on the judge's authority and respect.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 appearing in court with legal robes South Korea Wearing legal robes is not a tradition, and formal attire like suits are typically worn in court. 1
2 court case North Korea Court cases are tightly controlled by the government and are not subject to public scrutiny, especially those involving political matters. 1
3 courtroom South Korea Courts focus on finding consensus and harmony, with an emphasis on mediation and reaching a compromise between parties. 1
4 courtroom South Korea The judge and lawyers often sit at the same level, and the courtroom layout is more open and less formal compared to Western courtrooms. 1
5 courtroom South Korea Courtrooms are hierarchical spaces where the judge's authority is emphasized, and the focus is on reaching consensus rather than adversarial justice. 1
6 courtroom South Korea The judge and lawyers bow to each other as a sign of respect before and after the proceedings. 1