Groping is punished under prefectural nuisance ordinances (up to 6 months imprisonment) or the Penal Code Art. 176 (non-consensual indecency, up to 10 years). If falsely accused: stay calm, deny clearly, request an attorney immediately, exercise your right to silence (Constitution Art. 38), and never sign a confession.
Criminal Defense- View allLast updated: 2026-03-13
Dealing with False Groping Accusations in Japan
Key Takeaways
- ✓If falsely accused, exercise your right to silence and call a lawyer immediately
- ✓Admitting guilt at the scene makes later reversal extremely difficult
- ✓A duty lawyer can be summoned for free immediately after arrest
- ✓DNA evidence and security camera footage are effective for proving innocence
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