The Tokyo District Court held an "inquiry" procedure to hear opinions from both the government and the church on the 22nd. Based on interviews with more than 170 victims, the government has argued that the cult's actions are illegal acts under civil law.
This is the third case in which an administrative agency has requested a dissolution order on the basis of violation of laws and regulations. The Diet debated legislation to prevent the church from hiding assets until the court's decision is made, and to help former members recover from the damage caused.