Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure

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Legal Aid Budget Controversy: Why Does the Suspect Have a Lawyer, Yet the Victim's Family Feel It's a Second Violation? Attorney Hsu Wan-wei Explains the Budget and Utilization of Legal Aid Foundations.

Legal Aid Budget Controversy: Why Does the Suspect Have a Lawyer, Yet the Victim's Family Feels It's a Second Harm? News Headline: Legal Aid's NT$1.5 Billion Budget "80% for Accomplices," Victim's Family Tearfully Accuses of Second Harm Media Source: CTi News Reporter: Gu Binghan News Link: The purpose of the legal aid system is to enable those without means or who are disadvantaged to obtain necessary legal assistance; however, when victims' families feel that resources are mostly flowing to criminal defendants, how the system can simultaneously protect the right to defense and the rights of victims becomes a problem that society must face. News Summary: According to news reports, the use of the legal aid foundation's budget has sparked controversy, with victims' families questioning the excessive use of funds…

AI-powered romance scams use male voices that transform into female voices to lure men into buying gifts. Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the elements of aggravated fraud under criminal law and the criminal liability for AI-related scams.

AI Scam: Male Voice Transformed into Female Voice to Lure Men into Buying Gifts | FTV News Reporter Huang Enlin News Link: News Summary AI technology is being used by scam groups to create romantic scams. Starting with fake photos and identities, the scams have evolved to using voice-changing tools to transform male voices into female voices, leading victims to believe they are dating or having a romantic relationship with a woman. Then, the scammers use excuses such as birthdays, urgent needs, or expressing affection to trick victims into buying gifts or making payments. The key point of these cases is that the scammers don't just chat; they use fake identities and emotional rhetoric to trap victims…

What to do if you are sued for defamation online? A guide to public insult, defamation, and settlement/withdrawal of charges.

When a company is owed money, has bounced checks, or faces malicious delays in payment from customers, can it directly sue for fraud? This article, written by a lawyer, analyzes the boundaries between civil debt and criminal fraud, evidence collection, payment orders, false attachment, and the liability of responsible persons, assisting companies in recovering funds and reducing transaction risks, providing a comprehensive overview from immediate handling to sue strategies.

What to do if a nominee account is accused of fraud? Understand the risks of warning accounts, aiding and abetting fraud, and money laundering all at once.

First hearing in FTV's case involving obstruction of military service! ENERGY's Chang Shu-wei pleads guilty, apologizes, and requests probation. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng explains obstruction of military service and pleading guilty to request probation.

News Link: According to news reports, the case of celebrities evading military service continues to attract public attention. Energy member Chang Shu-wei, involved in the draft evasion case, admitted to his crime and apologized to the public during his first court appearance. The report indicates that the prosecution initially sought imprisonment, while the defense argued for leniency and probation, citing factors such as the defendant's post-crime attitude, family burdens, and work situation. The reason these cases have sparked discussion is not only because the individuals involved are public figures, but also because they involve issues of military service fairness, document authenticity, criminal responsibility, and court sentencing. For the general public, common questions in similar criminal cases include:…

Foreigner Arrested in Taiwan? A Family Guide to Finding an English-Speaking Criminal Lawyer Fast

Key Takeaways When a Foreigner Is Arrested in Taiwan, the First 24 Hours Matter When a foreigner is arrested in Taiwan, the family often receives only a short message: “I'm at the police station,” “I was arrested,” or “Please find me a lawyer.” For p…

The "Ko Wen-je Clause" removes the requirement for collusion and detention; legal experts criticize it as increasing the difficulty of investigation. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng explains the requirements for detention and the impact of removing the requirement for collusion with accomplices or witnesses.

"Ko Wen-je Clause" Removes Detention for Collusion; Legal Experts Criticize: Increased Difficulty in Investigations | TVBS News Reporter Tsai Ping-hung News Link: The Taiwan People's Party caucus will schedule a review of the draft amendment to the "Criminal Procedure Code" next week, but the relevant amendments have already sparked backlash from the legal community, who believe it will increase the difficulty of prosecutions and affect the safety of grassroots law enforcement personnel. However, Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang said that the amendment content is exactly the same as the article proposed by then-Legislator Lai Ching-te in 2008! Attorney Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that this amendment mainly focuses on two major changes: first, removing the detention requirement for "collusion with accomplices or witnesses"; second, significantly reducing…

A drunk woman was dragged home by her neighbor and "disappeared for 20 minutes." Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the burden of proof for victims of crimes such as picking up a drunk woman, sexual harassment, and forced indecency, suggesting CCTV footage can be used as evidence.

A drunk woman was dragged home by her neighbor and "disappeared for 20 minutes." A lawyer says CCTV footage can be used as evidence. | FTV News reporter Huang Enlin. News Link: Continuing to follow this suspected case of "picking up a drunk woman"! The woman accused a male resident from upstairs of forcibly taking her home while she was drunk. She claimed that she only sobered up and escaped after about 20 minutes. She decided to sue the man for sexual harassment, unlawful confinement, intimidation, and assault. However, how to prove the 20 minutes she disappeared? The lawyer said that it's possible to infer whether the man committed any illegal acts from outside CCTV footage. An elderly man in red was walking around the community hall; he was accused by the female resident of taking advantage of her while she was drunk…

Zhang Gangwei has been indicted again! He is accused of defrauding banks of 3.5 billion yuan in loans related to unfinished construction projects. Lawyer Xu Wanwei explains the potential criminal liabilities related to violations of the Commercial Accounting Law and the Banking Law.

Chang Kang-wei Indicted Again! Allegedly Embezzling NT$3.5 Billion from Banks for Unfinished Project | TTV News Reporter Tsai Chang-yu News Link: Former Far Eastern Air Transport Chairman Chang Kang-wei was sentenced to 14 years in prison for allegedly embezzling NT$3.5 billion from Far Eastern Air Transport. Some of his charges have been finalized and he is already serving his sentence. Now, he has been accused of fraudulently obtaining loans from banks. Prosecutors found that due to issues with fund allocation, Chang Kang-wei directed his company, "Hua Fu Construction," to sell 15 plots of land in Tamsui to He Feng Tai through sham transactions to develop the Taipei Jun Tian Xia project, fraudulently obtaining NT$3.5 billion in loans from banks. Of this, NT$500 million was misappropriated for his own use. The Taipei District Prosecutors Office today (5th) concluded its investigation and indicted him for violating the Banking Act. Fidelity Law Firm…

The store owner in Zhongshan District, Taipei City, admitted to negligence in locking security doors, promising to improve the situation on the same day. Attorney Li Yusheng explained the violation of the Building Act and Fire Safety Act, and the associated liabilities.

Department store in Zhongshan District, Taipei City, locks emergency exit; business owner admits oversight, corrected the same day | CTS News reporters Huang Rou-rong and Fang Qinian. News Link: Each floor of the building is equipped with emergency exits to facilitate the evacuation of people in emergencies. However, some members of the public discovered that the emergency exits of a well-known department store next to Zhongshan MRT station were locked with large padlocks and could not be opened normally, sparking online discussion. In response, the department store stated that it was because staff on site did not follow standard operating procedures to open the doors. The issue was immediately corrected during a routine inspection that afternoon, and the store will strengthen training and increase the frequency of inspections in the future. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated…

Three guns were found in his residence! Sun An-tso was detained and held incommunicado on four charges. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng explained the Firearms, Ammunition and Knives Control Act, the crime of endangering public safety, and the reasons for detention and incommunicado confinement.

Three guns found at residence! Sun An-tso detained on four charges | TTV News reporter Huang Yu-zhen News link: Sun An-tso, son of celebrities Di Ying and Sun Peng, was granted detention and incommunicado confinement by the Shilin District Court. He made a "god-level flamethrower" claiming it was to eliminate rats, but the matter escalated. Police searched his home and unexpectedly found a replica gun, suspected modified shotguns, and sensitive firearm components. He faces four charges including intimidation of the public and violations of the Firearms, Ammunition and Knives Act. The court considered concerns about evidence collusion and destruction and therefore granted detention and incommunicado confinement. He was transferred to the Taipei Detention Center that evening. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the modified…

Sun An-tso requested detention with no visitation and overnight stay in a detention cell. The hearing will be held at 2:30 PM today. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng will explain the Firearms, Ammunition and Knives Control Act, the crime of endangering public safety, and the possibility of detention.

Sun An-tso Detained and Stayed in a Cell Overnight; Shilin District Court to Hold Hearing Today at 2:30 PM | Mirror News Reporter Gong Pin-rou News Link: Sun An-tso recently went to a riverbank in Beitou to test a homemade flamethrower. Due to its excessive power, it immediately attracted the attention of the local police. Yesterday (the 16th), prosecutors and police searched Sun An-tso's residence and found suspected modified firearms. He was immediately taken in for questioning and subsequently detained and placed under house arrest. Sun An-tso spent the night in a cell. The Shilin District Court is scheduled to hold a hearing today (the 17th) at 2:30 PM. Legal experts believe the probability of his detention is quite high. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the police...