Han Byeong-do, acting leader of the Democratic Party and floor leader, stated on July 27 that he aims to finalize the criminal procedure law reform, which he described as the last piece of the puzzle for prosecutor reform. He emphasized that "prosecutor reform is not just a hollow slogan but a historic mission."
During a Supreme Council meeting held at the National Assembly, Han said, "The Democratic Party has gathered support for a criminal procedure law reform bill that centers on the complete separation of investigation and prosecution through a general meeting of lawmakers." He added, "The principle of the Democratic Party is that prosecutors who prosecute do not conduct investigations."
He further highlighted, "For the past 80 years, prosecutors with both investigative and prosecutorial powers have wielded unchecked authority. Democracy and human rights have been trampled, and countless victims have shed tears of blood."
Additionally, he remarked, "The prosecutors have undermined democracy and constitutional order with the arrogance that they can topple powers elected by the people. This has given rise to the Yoon Suk-yeol dictatorship and nearly dismantled all that South Korea has achieved through the December 3 emergency martial law."
Han also criticized the People Power Party, stating, "They are spewing nonsensical remarks regarding the criminal procedure law reform. They are engaging in outrageous propaganda that only by retaining the prosecutors' investigative powers can the lives and safety of the people be protected."
He pointed out, "The People Power Party, which has boycotted the National Assembly for nearly two months, has neglected the people's livelihood while prioritizing party interests. They must realize that this is an act of treason against the nation."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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