South Korea will split its prosecution service in 2026 to reduce political bias and prevent abuse of power.

South Korea will dissolve its prosecution service in September 2026, splitting its powers into a public prosecution office under the Ministry of Justice and a standalone felony investigation agency under the Ministry of the Interior and Safety. The move, driven by years of controversy over political bias and abuse of power, aims to prevent prosecutorial overreach and partisan retaliation, especially after high-profile investigations became entangled in political shifts. The Central Investigation Department, once seen as a key force in fighting corruption, faced criticism for perceived partisanship. The reform, following a one-year transition, has drawn opposition from former prosecutors warning of enforcement gaps and potential constitutional challenges.