Petition filed to BAN BTS star SUGA from KBS broadcasts over DUI conviction
A formal petition has been submitted to the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS), urging the network to restrict appearances by BTS member
SUGA
due to a past drunk driving offence. The petition, posted on KBS's viewer message board, calls on the broadcaster's Appearance Regulation Review Committee to evaluate the singer's eligibility for future broadcasts.
Titled 'Request to restrict SUGA's appearance in relation to his DUI fine,' the petition references an incident from August 6, 2024, during which SUGA, while serving as a social service agent, was caught operating an electric scooter under the influence. His blood alcohol level reportedly exceeded 0.08% — enough to warrant license revocation under South Korean law. He was later fined 15 million KRW approximately $11,000 via a summary order issued in September 2024.
As reported by allkpop, the petitioner argued that drunk driving is a 'serious offense that can directly endanger others,' and expressed concern over the potential message SUGA's presence on television could send to younger audiences. 'As a public figure with considerable influence over young people, SUGA's continued appearances on television could weaken public awareness of the gravity of DUI crimes,' the petition stated.
The petitioner also noted that while KBS had not addressed the matter earlier due to the ongoing investigation, the legal process has since concluded, with the fine finalised on September 27, 2024. SUGA was officially discharged from his alternative military service on June 21, 2025.
'Prompt and fair measures must be taken to maintain public trust and uphold the broadcaster's responsibility as a public institution,' the petition concluded, urging swift action from the committee.
As of now, KBS has not publicly responded to the petition.
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