South Korea's Supreme Court has ruled that bitcoins held on virtual asset exchanges can be seized under the Criminal Procedure Act. This landmark decision, made on December 11, 2025, stems from a 2020 case where police seized 55.6 bitcoins from a suspect's exchange account during a money laundering investigation. The court determined that bitcoin, as an electronic token with economic value, qualifies as a tangible object subject to seizure. This ruling clarifies the legal status of cryptocurrencies stored on exchanges, affirming their legitimacy for seizure in criminal investigations. It is expected to set a precedent for future legal proceedings and legislation concerning virtual assets in South Korea.