On December 12, Kim Seon-min, a member of the National Assembly's Health and Welfare Committee from the Justice Party, announced the introduction of the 'Life Fence 3 Laws'. These laws are designed to create physical safety measures to protect the lives of South Korean citizens from impulsive suicides, which are often executed within a distressingly short time frame following the decision to end one's life. Participating in the press conference were key figures from suicide prevention organizations, emphasizing the immediate need for legislative action. This proposal follows a discussion held earlier in January about impulsive suicide prevention, where insights from experts and heartfelt pleas from grief-stricken families led to the formulation of specific legislative tasks.

Experts reveal that about 48% of individuals attempting suicide take action within just 10 minutes of making the decision; hence, blocking their access to means during this 'golden time' is considered the most effective preventive measure. An example cited is the significant reduction in subway-related suicides following the installation of screen doors, illustrating the effectiveness of controlling the physical environment to prevent such tragedies. The proposed Life Fence laws focus on creating infrastructural safety nets, including amendments to existing construction laws to require suicide prevention facilities on building rooftops and enhancing bridge safety features to deter individuals from jumping. Additionally, there are stipulations to better manage access for youths to harmful substances commonly associated with suicide via stricter regulations on online sales, to mitigate risks posed to this vulnerable demographic.