At around 6:50 pm on the 18th, Chief Judge Cha Eun-kyung of the Seoul Western District Court issued a statement to President Yoon, who is accused of instigating a civil unrest, abusing his power, and obstructing the exercise of rights.
On the same day, the High-Ranking Public Officials Crime Investigation Agency and President Yoon's side made clear their respective positions through presentations that they had prepared for about 70 minutes.
The Bureau of Investigation into Crimes by Rank and File Public Officials is believed to have explained that President Yoon committed "civil rebellion" by declaring an illegal and unconstitutional emergency state of emergency and deploying armed military and police forces to blockade the National Assembly.
On the other hand, President Yoon's side argued that there was no need for detention, pointing out that as the incumbent president, there was no need to worry about him fleeing or destroying evidence, and that the declaration of martial law was itself an act of governance by the president.
President Yoon spoke directly for about 40 minutes from 4:35 pm to 5:15 pm that day. Yoon Kap-gu, a lawyer for President Yoon,
After completing the warrant review that day, Attorney Ng held a press conference with reporters and explained, "President Yoon provided a sincere explanation and answer regarding the facts, evidence, and legal issues."
He added, "We will wait quietly until the court's decision is made," and "we hope for a good outcome."
During the warrant review, the High-Ranking Public Officials Crime Investigation Agency's assertion that President Yoon was at risk of reoffending was also a major issue.
In the 150-page request for an arrest warrant, the court described President Yoon as a "typical criminal with deliberate intent" and argued that there was a risk of him reoffending.
"They said they would declare martial law two or three times, but as soon as the National Assembly voted to lift it, they immediately withdrew the troops," he said. "If they declare martial law two or three times, why would they withdraw the troops?
"There is no evidence. They are making outrageous claims," he said sarcastically. After the warrant review, President Yoon will be transferred to Seoul Detention House to await the results. Considering the normal schedule, it is unclear whether President Yoon will be arrested.
A decision on the matter is expected to be made as early as this evening or as late as the following afternoon.
2025/01/19 07:06 KST
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