Jeonnam, Gyeongbuk Lead in Election Violation Complaints: 268 Cases Filed Nationwide

South Korean election commissions have initiated investigations into a significant number of alleged election law violations, with 268 cases reported in connection with the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections. The provincial election commissions in Jeonnam and Gyeongbuk stand out, collectively lodging nearly 40% of the total complaints. Jeonnam reported 54 cases, while Gyeongbuk filed 46, making them the regions with the highest number of reported offenses. These filings represent a substantial portion of the nationwide complaints. The primary categories of alleged violations include vote-buying and illegal donations, which constitute the largest share with 109 cases. Following this are offenses related to the dissemination of false information and defamation, with 45 cases, and issues concerning election polls, totaling 35 cases. The surge in complaints, particularly in April leading up to the elections, suggests heightened competition and scrutiny during the party primaries and the official campaign period.