Juvenile Justice – Episode 8

Mid-Episode Recap – Juvenile Justice – Episode 8: “The Reckoning”

In this pivotal episode, Judge Sim Eun-seok (Kim Hye-soo) and Judge Cha Tae-ju (Kim Moo-yeol) confront a complex case involving Kwak Do-seok (Song Deok-ho), a juvenile who has been both a victim and an alleged perpetrator. Do-seok is accused of causing a fatal traffic accident while driving a rented SUV with a fake ID, leading to the death of a motorcyclist. The case becomes more intricate as it is revealed that Do-seok had been bullied and coerced by his peers, who are from affluent families and use their influence to shift the blame onto him. Despite the evidence suggesting Do-seok’s victimization, the new Head Judge Na Geun-hee (Lee Sung-min) pushes for a swift resolution, leading to a controversial verdict that leaves the true perpetrators unpunished. This episode highlights the systemic issues within the juvenile justice system and the challenges of delivering true justice.