Johnny Somali faces new charges in South Korea as legal expert warns of possible jail time

Controversial streamer Johnny Somali, real name Ramsey Khalid Ismael, could be facing serious jail time in South Korea as new charges emerge.

 A legal expert warns that deportation alone may not be an option, and the streamer may have to serve a sentence before leaving the country.

Ismael, notorious for his disruptive IRL streams, has already pled guilty to multiple charges, including Obstruction of Business for causing disturbances at a 7-Eleven and violating the Minor Crimes Act for inappropriate behavior on public transportation. He now faces a second Obstruction of Business charge, which carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a fine exceeding $10,000.

Additionally, during a recent stream, Ismael unintentionally revealed a document confirming he is under investigation for a sex crime in another district. Legal analyst Legal Mindset suggests this could result in even harsher sentencing, especially given his previous guilty pleas.

Senior attorney Kim Ju-hyeong told the Korea Herald that while deportation is likely, Ismael may first be required to serve jail time. “Considering the multiple charges and their severity, it’s unlikely he will receive a light penalty,” Kim explained.

South Korean authorities are cracking down on nuisance streamers, with many hoping Ismael’s case sets a precedent for stricter regulations. His next court appearance is set for April 9, and more charges may still emerge.a