Supreme Court: Abolishing supplementary investigation rights may lengthen trials, detention system needs review

South Korea's Supreme Court has voiced concerns over a proposed amendment to the Criminal Procedure Act that would completely abolish the prosecution's supplementary investigation rights. The court suggested that if these rights are removed, the current detention system needs to be revised to prevent trials from becoming excessively lengthy.

The proposed amendment aims to strengthen the prosecution's role in criminal investigations. However, the Supreme Court indicated that such a change could lead to prolonged legal proceedings, potentially undermining the efficiency of the justice system.

In its statement, the court emphasized the need to adapt the existing detention framework to accommodate the implications of abolishing supplementary investigation rights. This suggests a cautious approach to legislative changes that could significantly alter the balance of power and procedural aspects of criminal trials in South Korea.