According to the “Association Agenda between the European Union and Georgia 2017-2020” the country undertook to carry out effective reforms to combat ill-treatment through the proper fulfillment of international obligations. Based on the mentioned above, on November 1, 2019, the Investigation Service of the State Inspector Service was established, and on March 1, 2020, the independent body- the Special Investigation Service was launched. 

The Special Investigation Service is an independent State Investigation Authority, whose main mission is an effective, timely, and independent investigation of the facts of violent crimes and ill-treatment committed by officials.

The Service is passing through the most important stages in the democratic development of the country and its European integration.

The main priorities of the Special Investigation Service are high standards, transparent investigation and protected rights. The investigative policy chosen by the Service also includes accountability to the victim and the society, the development of collaborative approaches and prevention of crime.

The Special Investigation Service is independent in exercising its powers and does not subordinate to any authority or official.

The head of the Special Investigation Service is elected for a term of 6 years. The mentioned position since March 1, 2022, after being elected by the Parliament of Georgia, has been held by Koka Katsitadze. The head of the Service has the First Deputy Head of the Service, Giorgi Kvaratskhelia and the Deputy Head of the Service, Natia Songhulashvili.