South Korea government
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Ministry of Justice
Prosecution administration, immigration and corrections.
What this authority does
The Prosecution Service sits under the Ministry, though the 2021 creation of the Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials removed part of its exclusive investigative reach. Also handles immigration and legislative review.
Services for the public
- Immigration services
- Criminal records
- Legal aid referrals
- Corrections information
Before you contact this authority
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