Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure

Exclusive: Sham Loan, Real Property Seizure - Woman Borrows from "Loan Shark," Only to Have Property Transferred | ETtoday News Reporter Yao Yiting News Link: A woman desperately wanted to buy a house, but due to strict central bank credit controls, obtaining a bank loan was difficult. She borrowed money privately from a "loan shark," resulting in the signing of promissory notes and various contracts. Unable to pay the monthly interest of NT$130,000, the house was forced to be transferred to the lender, resulting in a financial loss of at least NT$3 million. Lawyers warn that similar cases of sham loans used to seize property are rampant, and caution is advised when buying or selling property. Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that if borrowing or selling, one should first assess their repayment ability…

Here we go again! "Goodnight Chicken," a popular internet celebrity, who served two years in prison in Cambodia and just returned to Taiwan this month, was arrested for livestreaming his adventures in an abandoned hospital last Saturday night. However, after only an hour of streaming, police arrived on a tip and took him to the police station. Goodnight Chicken later admitted that he knew doing this in Taiwan was risky and that he would move abroad in the future. He was criticized by netizens for not learning his lesson. Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the perpetrator's actions constituted unwarranted infringement…

Dissatisfied with delivering in the rain! Delivery driver picks dirt from his shoes and pours rainwater into food! │ CTV News reporter Du Yixuan News Link: A resident in New Taipei City ordered food late at night, only to find that the delivery driver had poured rainwater from his shoes into the food, and then picked dirt from his feet and added it in as well. When caught red-handed, the driver claimed he did it because he was upset about delivering in the rain. Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fuda Law Firm stated that the delivery driver's act of pouring dirty rainwater into the food, rendering it inedible, constitutes the crime of property damage under criminal law, punishable by up to two years in prison…

Ko Wen-je's second trial may overturn the verdict; prosecution appeals and convicts Xiao Shen of 1500. Xiao Shen's smile confirms Ko Wen-je accepted a 2.1 million NTD bribe from the judge - there was a quid pro quo relationship. Reporter Wang Yiqi, Dai Weichen. News Link: Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fuda Law Firm stated that regarding the 1500 NTD, the prosecution can still investigate and find evidence separately. If the actual flow of funds can be traced, whether it's a cold wallet or an overseas account, the fund's trajectory is irrefutable evidence. Second, they can seek witnesses, making breakthroughs from involved middlemen or accountants, persuading them to become witnesses for the prosecution. Third, they can use situational evidence, comparing the time points recorded in the accounting books with the Jinhua Province's lenient bonus system…

Former Disciplinary Court President Li Bodao Dismissed and Suspended for One Year for Sexual Harassment | TTV News Reporter Wu Routing News Link: Former Disciplinary Court President Li Bodao was accused of sexually harassing female subordinates six times and engaging in workplace bullying. The Disciplinary Court today (26th) "dismissed him" and suspended him from his post for one year, prohibiting him from working in public institutions. The panel of judges believed that Li Bodao used his power as president to sexually harass and bully subordinates, seriously damaging their personal dignity and working environment. Moreover, he will not be allowed to return to the position of judge or lawyer in the future, and his retirement pension and pension will be significantly reduced. Lawyer Xu Wanwei of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the Disciplinary Court today ruled on Li Bodao's sexual harassment and…

Sanlih News reporter Hsu Hsiang-yun reports: On the day of Ko Wen-je's landmark verdict, which garnered nationwide attention, a large number of media and concerned citizens gathered outside the court. Regarding this significant case, Attorney Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm was invited to provide live coverage from the courthouse and various news media outlets, offering an objective and professional analysis of the legal core behind the verdict. In the interview, Attorney Li clearly pointed out that the biggest legal battleground in this case lies in the definition of "bribery" under the Anti-Corruption Act. According to Article 6, Paragraph 1, Subparagraph 4 of the Act, the subjective and objective elements constituting the crime of seeking personal gain are very strict…

News link from FTV News Social Center: The first-instance verdict in the Ko Wen-je case was announced at 2:30 PM on the 26th. A weekly magazine reporter estimated that Ko Wen-je would be sentenced to 15 years, Ying Hsiao-wei to 12 years, Li Wen-tsung (his chief accountant) to 8 years, and Shen Ching-ching to 8 years. Peng Chen-sheng, who pleaded guilty, received a 2-year suspended sentence. Shen Ching-ching issued a scathing critique, stating that the weekly magazine's attacks on him and his group were clearly intended to threaten the court into imposing a heavy sentence, otherwise, the next step would be to attack the judge. Legal professionals analyzed the case based on the charges. Hsu Wan-wei, a lawyer at Fidelity Law Firm, stated, "Shen Ching-ching may be involved in bribery for breach of duty in the Jinghua City case, with a statutory penalty of (maximum) 7 years imprisonment..."

A legitimate purchase turned into buying "lost property in Okinawa," and the mobile phone store protested its innocence. TVBS News reporter Yan Shengfen reports: Following up on this case of a lost phone in Okinawa, the mobile phone store purchased the phone through legitimate channels. However, less than a month later, the owner came knocking, insisting that the phone's location was in the store and demanding its return. The owner clarified that the person who found the phone in Okinawa was on their way to the airport when a driver handed it to him, and he helped retrieve it and take it back to Taiwan to the police station. However, after six months of no one claiming it, he sold it. Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the person who found the phone in this case has already taken it back to Taiwan and handed it over to the police, and it has been treated as lost property…

17 Life Sentencers to be Released, Minister of Justice Rushes to Combat the Situation | TVBS News Reporter Yan Shengfen News Link: During party caucus discussions on the draft amendment to the Criminal Code Enforcement Act, Minister of Justice Cheng Ming-chien stated that some amendments are in response to the Constitutional Court's ruling that "after the revocation of parole for life imprisonment, a uniform sentence of 20 or 25 years will be served regardless of the reason or severity of the circumstances" is unconstitutional. Furthermore, the provision automatically expires two years after the constitutional interpretation, and this period is about to expire. Therefore, it is feared that 17 life sentence holders whose parole has been revoked will be released on the 14th. The Ministry of Justice has also responded to this matter. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that on March 14th…

A habitual groper on the MRT has been indicted! Two victims refused mediation and the case has been transferred to the Taipei District Court. (CTS News reporter Tsai Chih-min) News Link: Last September, a habitual groper appeared in MRT stations and major shopping districts in Taipei and New Taipei City. He specifically targeted fashionably dressed young women, following them and groping their breasts. He committed at least five cases. In two of these cases, one at Yulon City in Xindian and the other in the Xinyi District department store area, the victims refused mediation. After the Taipei District Prosecutors Office concluded its investigation, it indicted the suspect, surnamed Lin. It is understood that during questioning, the suspect claimed the victims were his wives, clearly lying and showing no remorse. The case will be heard by the Taipei District Court. Attorney Li Yu-sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that this case…

Prince Group Indicted for Transnational Money Laundering; 62 People Charged by Taipei District Prosecutors; 13 Companies Seeking Heavy Sentences | CTS News Reporter Zhao Ruoping News Link: The Prince Group is accused of transnational money laundering. Prosecutors have indicted 62 people and held a detention hearing. The nine defendants originally detained tried various tricks to secure bail. Chen Weizhi, the head of the water room, even used the excuse of "keeping turtles at home, my wife won't take care of them," leaving the judge speechless. However, considering the prosecution's sufficient evidence, the judge ultimately ruled that all nine senior executives of the Prince Group be released on bail. Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that although the nine detained defendants in this case are suspected of serious…

"Beheading Lai Ching-te!" Gym Owner Chen Chih-han Demands President Appear in Court | Mirror News Reporter Kung Pin-jou News Link: Gym Owner Chen Chih-han, a popular internet celebrity, threatened to behead Lai Ching-te during a live stream last year. This statement led to his indictment by the New Taipei District Prosecutors Office on charges of intimidation, endangering public safety, and threatening the public. Today (March 6th), his first court appearance since the indictment, saw Gym Owner plead not guilty. After the hearing, he further stated that he would demand Lai Ching-te appear in court, as this was a matter between the two of them. Attorney Hsu Wan-wei of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the president is the head of state elected by the people, and the president's safety and social stability are closely related to the public interest…