Seoul High Court Insurrection Trial Divisions 2026: New Benches to Handle Yoon Case
The Seoul High Court will install two trial divisions for insurrection cases, including former President Yoon Suk Yeol's, starting February 2026.
Justice is setting the stage for a historic legal showdown. The Seoul High Court announced on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, that it'll install two trial divisions next month specifically dedicated to insurrection cases, including that of former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
Purpose of the Seoul High Court Insurrection Trial Divisions 2026
This move follows a new bill recently passed by the National Assembly, aimed at establishing specialized benches for cases of insurrection, treason, and mutiny. The two new divisions are scheduled to launch on Feb. 23, following the regular reshuffle of judges on Jan. 30. Court officials say they'll monitor the initial workload before deciding whether more divisions are needed.
Timeline for Former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Legal Proceedings
While the new bill suggests appointing three veteran judges of equal rank to each division, the court hasn't yet finalized the exact composition. An additional meeting is set for Jan. 29 to iron out these details. These benches are expected to be busy, as the first trial ruling on Yoon's 2024 martial law declaration is expected next month.
Legal experts believe the appellate trial for the former president's case will be handled by one of these newly installed divisions, ensuring a more streamlined and specialized judicial process for what's considered one of the most significant cases in South Korea's modern history.
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