National Investigation Headquarters

South Korea launches Prosecution Service and SCIA

5 clusters · 22 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Prosecution Service launch triggers legal and procedural disputes

South Korea has officially implemented a major overhaul of its criminal justice system, separating investigative and prosecutorial powers. As of October 2, the former Prosecution Office has been reorganized into the Pros

South Korean police reform and investigative authority legal

9 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Incheon Police Chief prepares for criminal procedure reforms

The separation of investigation and prosecution powers in South Korea is set to take effect on October 2 under a revised Criminal Procedure Act. This overhaul shifts the role of prosecutors from primary investigators to

Jeju police scandal and subsequent safety reforms

14 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Jeju police officer indicted for falsely closing missing persons cases

The discovery of Jang Mi-ran’s body on August 24, after 104 days missing, triggered a major scandal involving the Jeju Police Agency. Investigations revealed that Officer Bu (referred to as Sergeant A) of the Jeju Seobu

South Korean police misconduct investigation

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Police officers face trial for evidence destruction in Jang Yun-gi case

An investigation into the Jang Yun-gi murder case has focused on allegations of investigative negligence and misconduct within the South Korean police force. Initial probes examined whether officers improperly handled ev