Lee's trial over alleged misuse of public funds postponed

A district court said Tuesday it has decided to postpone President Lee Jae Myung's trial on charges of misusing public funds, following two similar postponements last month. During a hearing on the case, the Suwon District Court said trial proceedings will remain on hold without setting a date for the next hearing, suspending the case. The court cited the need for Lee to "fully dedicate himself to fulfilling his constitutional duties and ensure continuity in state affairs" as the president as the reason for suspending the trial. Under the decision, the trial will remain on hold until the court sets a date for proceedings to resume. The decision came amid speculation the court could postpone the fourth preparatory session as the Constitution exempts a sitting president from criminal indictment except in cases of treason or insurrection. Lee was elected president last month. The court explained that the Criminal Procedure Code separates the preparatory proceedings from the main proceedings, making it clear that a suspension of the main trial does not necessitate a suspension of the preparatWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times