Republic of Korea: Communications Secrets Protection Act (Act No. 20735, Partial Amendment) enters into force

On 1 August 2025, the partially amended Communications Secrets Protection Act (Act No. 20735) enters into force, reinforcing legal provisions concerning government access to data. The amendment introduced Article 10(5), which requires the Minister of Science and ICT to revoke approval for wiretapping equipment if the approval was obtained through false or other improper means, or in the event of a violation of Article 4. The provision elevates the grounds for revocation from Presidential Decree to statutory law, reinforcing legal safeguards governing the manufacture, import, sale, possession, and use of wiretapping equipment. Matters concerning enforcement procedures and administrative requirements remain subject to regulation by Presidential Decree.