[New Year's Address] Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae: "We Will Improve Court Procedures for Fair and Swift Dispute Resolution"

Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae stated, "We will leverage the advantages of being an information and communication powerhouse to enhance the transparency of trials and improve various court procedures to resolve disputes fairly and swiftly."

In his 2024 New Year's address on the 31st, Chief Justice Cho said, "Together with the members of the court, we will uphold the Constitution of the Republic of Korea and fulfill our mission to protect the lives, bodies, and property of the people."

Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae of the Supreme Court (Photo by Joint Press Corps)

Chief Justice Cho completed his term as a Supreme Court Justice in March 2020 and left the court, then returned to assume the position of Chief Justice on the 11th, about 3 years and 8 months later. In his inaugural speech at that time, he also mentioned the issue of 'trial delays' and expressed his determination to improve trial procedures.

Chief Justice Cho said, "The world outside the court has changed remarkably," adding, "In various fields such as the economy, society, and culture, our country has firmly established itself at the center of the world." However, he expressed concern, saying, "Within our society, large and small conflicts are intensifying, and dissatisfaction with unfairness and inequality is growing."

Chief Justice Cho emphasized again, "Now, the court urgently needs to respond to the rapidly changing flow of our society and the heightened expectations of the people. We will carefully examine whether there are any citizens suffering from delayed trials, any citizens wronged by unfair trials, or any citizens discouraged by the high threshold of the court."

Chief Justice Cho stated, "I and all members of our court will once again renew our determination and wholeheartedly dedicate ourselves to creating a court that brings comfort to the people," and added, "I earnestly ask the public to support the judiciary's efforts with affectionate advice and warm encouragement."

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