(2nd LD) Justice minister submits resignation letter after passage of prosecution reform bill

On Tuesday, Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho submitted his resignation letter to Cheong Wa Dae, according to sources. The letter, also submitted to the Ministry of Personnel Management, cited health issues as one of the reasons for his resignation, along with the recent passage of legislation that strips the prosecution of investigative authority.

Jung reportedly expressed his intention to resign if the new criminal justice system led to further harm or inadequate protection for crime victims. He had previously stated that the new system, which transfers the ability to conduct supplementary investigations from the prosecution to the police, could require additional revisions.

Despite Jung's resignation, the presidential office has asked him to remain in his post and continue his duties until a successor is named. However, there were no immediate plans for a personnel reshuffle.