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Jung Jeom-sik criticizes abolition of South Korean Prosecution Service
Jung Jeom-sik, floor leader of the People Power Party, expressed strong opposition to the abolition of the Prosecution Service and the implementation of new criminal procedure laws during a National Assembly meeting. Jung, a former prosecutor, stated that the country’s criminal investigation system has effectively “died” following the removal of the Prosecution Service and its supplementary investigation powers.
Jung highlighted that since the adjustment of investigation powers in 2021, the average processing time for criminal cases has increased from 140 to 312 days. He criticized the current state of law enforcement, alleging that police investigations into powerful politicians have been insufficient and that the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials (CIO) has become a political tool. He pledged to introduce legislation to restore supplementary investigation powers.
In preparation for the upcoming parliamentary audit, the People Power Party identified its top priorities as investigating allegations of personnel manipulation and state affairs interference by administration associates, as well as reviewing real estate policies and financial regulations.
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Jung Jeom-sik · National Assembly of South Korea · People Power Party
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The upcoming parliamentary audit will focus on uncovering truths, livelihoods, and restoring hope. biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The criminal investigation system in South Korea has died due to the abolition of the Prosecution Service. www.sisajournal.com · www.mbn.co.kr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The top priority for the audit is investigating allegations of personnel manipulation and state affairs interference by associates of the administration. biz.heraldcorp.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The People Power Party will introduce legislation to restore supplementary investigation powers. www.sisajournal.com · www.mbn.co.kr
- [● 2 SOURCES] The average processing time for criminal cases increased from 140 to 312 days over the last five years following the 2021 investigation power adjustments. www.sisajournal.com · www.mbn.co.kr