ACRC Chairperson: "Investigation into NEC Private Contract Allegations to Proceed"

Jung Il-yeon, Chairperson of the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission (ACRC), stated that the commission plans to proceed with an investigation into allegations of mass private contracts by the National Election Commission (NEC) in accordance with law and procedure.

Previously, Representative Joo Jin-woo of the People Power Party submitted a corruption report to the ACRC last month, claiming that the NEC has a high ratio of private contracts and that these contracts are concentrated among specific companies.

However, Chairperson Jung explained that while the commission can naturally conduct a fact-finding investigation upon receiving a report, there are limitations to the investigation because the NEC is a constitutional institution.

Regarding the need to amend the Improper Solicitation and Graft Act, which marks its 10th anniversary this year, Chairperson Jung said, "There are criticisms from the public that some aspects do not align with social norms, so we are conducting research and listening to opinions." He added, "Once the findings are organized and reviewed, the time will come to make an announcement."

(Photo: Provided by the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission, Yonhap News)
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