Feb 24 • 05:30 UTC 🇰🇷 Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

Government Maintains 'Prosecutor General' Title; Publishes Amendment Bill for Consolidated Serious Crime Investigation Agency

The South Korean government has unveiled an amendment bill that consolidates the Serious Crime Investigation Agency while retaining the title 'Prosecutor General' for its head.

The South Korean government has announced a proposed amendment to the Serious Crime Investigation Agency (SCIA) that includes consolidating the agency's organizational structure and maintaining the traditional title of 'Prosecutor General' for its leadership. This announcement came from the Prime Minister's Office on the 24th, with the formal legislative notice scheduled from the 24th to the 26th. Previously, there was significant pushback from the Democratic Party regarding the initial proposal, where they highlighted concerns of creating a 'second prosecutor's office.' As a result, amendments were made following a party meeting where they gathered opinions on restructuring the agency and limiting the types of crimes under its jurisdiction.

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