Han Byung-doo Says, "Separation of Investigation and Prosecution is President Lee's Goal... Time to End Deliberations"

Democratic Party Acting Leader and Floor Leader Han Byung-doo stated today (the 23rd) regarding the revision of the Criminal Procedure Act concerning the abolition of supplementary investigation powers, "It is now time to put a period to intense debate and deliberation."

During a policy coordination meeting held at the National Assembly, Acting Leader Han made the remarks, saying, "We will reach a responsible conclusion so that the new criminal justice system can be implemented without a hitch on October 2."

He emphasized, "Completing prosecution reform through the separation of investigation and prosecution is a goal constantly emphasized by President Lee Jae-myung and a firm national policy task of the government of popular sovereignty," adding, "The President and the Democratic Party have not retreated or wavered on this principle."

In addition, he stated, "We must make painstaking efforts to eradicate internal corruption within the police and establish democratic control," and added, "Democratic control is also necessary to prevent the abuse of power."

"Strict punishment for recently emerged incidents must be the starting point," he continued, urging the swift launch of the investigation reform task force (TF) that the police decided to establish to prevent a recurrence of the Jang Yoon-ki incident.

Regarding the People Power Party's decision to return to standing committees, Acting Leader Han said, "Now that you have returned to the National Assembly, we hope you will cooperate in creating a National Assembly that works for people's livelihoods rather than political strife."

He added, "The Democratic Party will accelerate the processing of economic and livelihood bills, including the special laws for semiconductors and mega special zones."

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