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On April 4, former PresidentYoon Suk Yeolwas officiallydismissed from officeafter the Constitutional Courtunanimously upheld his impeachment.
The exact date of his departure has yet to be determined.
However, due to the building’s structure as a high-rise complex, security arrangements may prove difficult.
Presidential Chief of StaffJung Jin Sukand Security Service DirectorKim Sung Hoonare reportedly inclined to allow some flexibility.
Yoon Suk Yeol must also now stand trial.
Although released, he had been shielded by presidential immunity, which is no longer in effect.
This opens the door to further investigation into alleged military rebellion and potential re-arrest.
First Lady Kim Keon Hee also faces renewed legal scrutiny.
The previous casesPresident Roh Moo Hyun and Park Geun Hyetook 63 and 91 days, respectively.
For impeachment to be upheld, at least six of the nine constitutional judges must agree.
In this case, the court ruled with eight sitting justices, as one seat was vacant.
The court closed hearings on February 25 and deliberated for 39 days before announcing its ruling.
The martial law proclamation banned political activities by the National Assembly and political parties.
Troops and police were dispatched to the National Assembly and the National Election Commission.
The decree was rescinded at 4:30 AM the next day after the National Assembly passed a resolution.
Opposition parties immediately condemned Yoons actions as treason and began impeachment proceedings.
A second motion passed on December 14, with 204 votes in favor, clearing the threshold for adoption.
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