Former President Yoon Suk-yeol is on trial after being indicted in custody on charges including obstruction of official duties and abuse of authority. Former President Yoon requested bail citing guarantees of the right to defense and health concerns, but the Seoul Central District Court rejected his bail request. The court accepted the special prosecution team's argument that former President Yoon still maintains support networks and that his release could exert political influence on investigations and trial proceedings. Former President Yoon was released in March after his detention was canceled but was taken into custody again in July.
