Jang Donghyuk: "Dismissal of Choo Kyungho's Warrant Shows People Have Defeated Dictatorship... Incitement to Rebellion Must Stop"

"Putting an End to the Incitement of Rebellion,
Beginning a New Future"

On December 3, Jang Donghyuk, leader of the People Power Party, commented on the court's dismissal of the arrest warrant for Assemblyman Chu Kyungho, who was the floor leader during the 12·3 Martial Law, stating, "This confirms that the rule of law is alive in the Republic of Korea and that the people have defeated dictatorship."

In a statement released that day, Jang said, "The people are giving orders to the Lee Jaemyung administration," adding, "These are orders to stop political retaliation, end oppression of the people, and abandon the incitement of rebellion."

He also warned the government and the ruling party, stating, "If you do not stop your unconstitutional and undemocratic incitement of rebellion, the people will bring down this administration."

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Marking the first anniversary of the 12·3 Martial Law, he declared, "Today will be the day we put an end to the dark past of martial law, impeachment, and incitement of rebellion, and begin a new future," and pledged, "Together with the people, we will put an end to the dictatorial oppression of Lee Jaemyung and the Democratic Party, and open a new path for liberal democracy."

He continued, "We will not stop fighting to protect the people and set the country right," and earnestly appealed, "I sincerely urge all citizens to join us in this fight until the day of victory."

Previously, the court dismissed the arrest warrant for Assemblyman Chu, who was charged with performing major duties in connection with a rebellion. The court stated, "Given that there is room for dispute over the charges and legal principles in this case, it is reasonable to ensure a thorough and substantive legal battle in court before making an appropriate judgment and imposing punishment. Considering the need for the suspect to exercise his right to defense with the assistance of counsel while not in custody, as well as the suspect's residence, career, progress of the investigation, attendance record, and the extent of evidence collection, it is difficult to recognize sufficient grounds and necessity for detention, such as risk of flight or destruction of evidence, when taking all these factors into account."

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