Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure

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A senior official from the Central District National Revenue Bureau was arrested for allegedly colluding with an accountant to embezzle funds, including a luxury mansion containing millions of dollars. Lawyer Zhao Zhiyun explains the elements and criminal liability of accepting bribes in violation of official duties under the Anti-Corruption Ordinance.

News Headline: Central Taiwan National Taxation Bureau Official Allegedly Colludes with Accountant in Corruption, Luxury Home Hides NT$10 Million, Detained Media Source: ETtoday News Reporter: Huang Yu-zhen News Link: News Summary According to news reports, a senior auditor surnamed Wang from the Central Taiwan National Taxation Bureau of the Ministry of Finance is suspected of colluding with accountants to accept bribes by abusing his tax audit authority, assisting specific individuals in evading taxes. Following a search, investigators found a large sum of cash and gift certificates at his residence; the auditor and two accountants are currently detained and held incommunicado by court order. Lawyer Zhao Zhi-yun's Explanation: Lawyer Zhao Zhi-yun of Fidelity Law Firm stated that this case involves the crime of accepting bribes in violation of official duties by a public official, with a statutory penalty of at least ten years imprisonment…

Three lawsuits resulted in prison sentences! A taxi driver rammed his car into the Taipei District Prosecutors Office, declaring "the judiciary is dead." Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the relevant legal provisions and criminal liabilities for property damage and endangering public safety.

News Headline: 3 Lawsuits Lead to Sentencing! Taxi Driver Crashes into Taipei District Prosecutors Office, Car Painted with "Justice is Dead" Media Source: Era News, Next TV News Reporter: Lin Minjing News Link: News Summary According to news reports, a taxi driver deliberately rammed the Taipei District Prosecutors Office gate early this morning, with the words "Justice is Dead" printed on the car. Police investigations indicate that the driver is suspected of committing the crime due to dissatisfaction with the outcomes of several past lawsuits. He had previously driven around the Taipei District Prosecutors Office. The case is currently being investigated for obstructing official duties, intimidating public security, and property damage. Lawyer Li Yusheng's Explanation: Lawyer Li Yusheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated that if it's simply due to dissatisfaction with the judicial system…

American Acquitted in Taiwan Drug Smuggling Case: How FDLAW Defended an Alleged “Blind Mule”

Taoyuan District Court acquittal in FDLAW Taiwan drug smuggling case

FIRST-INSTANCE ACQUITTAL American Client2,087 g of Heroin Found in LuggageTaoyuan District Court · Not Guilty A foreign traveler arrives at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Customs officers inspect his luggage and discover more than two kilogram…

Outrageous! Percussion teacher's outrageous acts exposed: fake teaching, real voyeurism. He had previously studied in France and performed at the National Theater and Concert Hall! Percussion prodigy turns into a predatory teacher. Lawyer Li Yusheng explains relevant provisions of the Child and Youth Law.

News Headline: Outrageous! Percussion Teacher's Outrageous Acts Exposed: He Had Studied in France and Performed at the National Theater and Concert Hall! Percussion Prodigy Turns into Pervert Media Source: SET News Reporter: Lai Hsin-yi News Link: News Summary According to news reports, a percussion teacher is accused of secretly filming minors under the guise of teaching, sparking legal controversies regarding child sexual abuse images and personal data protection. After the case was uncovered, the handling of the relevant images during the evidence collection, copying, and transmission processes became an important issue in the court proceedings. Lawyer Li Yu-sheng from Fidelity Law Firm explains: Lawyer Li Yu-sheng from Fidelity Law Firm stated that while the court affirmed Lin Ching-yi's exposure of the secret filming crime and protection…

Zhao Jianming brandishes a NT$100 million gag order at the airport; lawyer sarcastically retorts, "He's also crossing the line about leaking secrets." Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the validity of divorce agreements and confidentiality clauses, and the liabilities for violating them.

Chao Chien-ming Displays NT$100 Million Gag Order at Airport; Lawyer Responds with Criticism for "Crossing the Leaking Red Line" News Headline: Chao Chien-ming Displays NT$100 Million Gag Order at Airport; Lawyer Responds with Criticism for "Crossing the Leaking Red Line" Media Source: Mirror News Reporter: Li Po-hsuan News Link: Chen Hsin-yu's ex-husband, Chao Chien-ming, arrived at Kaohsiung International Airport last night (20th) and distributed a stack of divorce agreements to the media present, seemingly trying to tell everyone that Chen Hsin-yu had breached the contract first. The situation has escalated, with even the founder of PTT (Taiwanese online forum) commenting on the incident on Facebook. However, Chao Chien-ming and Chen Hsin-yu have conflicting accounts, and who breached the contract first can only wait for the judge…

Delivery driver Joe found to have "sealed" surveillance footage with tape, shocking netizens: Was it premeditated? | Attorney Hsu Wan-wei explains the possible legal responsibilities and criminal liabilities of those contemplating criminal charges.

News Headline: Deliveryman Tampers with Elevator Camera, Even "Seals It with Tape"—Netizens Shocked: Premeditated Crime? Era News Reporter Pan Wenyu News Link: A deliveryman in a residential building in Banqiao, New Taipei City, recently appeared to deliberately tamper with the elevator's security camera while delivering food. The footage was posted online by residents, sparking heated discussion. Many netizens exclaimed that the deliveryman's actions seemed like premeditated crime, and they were unclear about his motives. Although it was later confirmed that the camera was not damaged and residents did not report the incident, such behavior still caused considerable unease and panic among many residents. Attorney Xu Wanwei of Fidelity Law Firm stated that the security camera…

A female college student gave birth at home, but the baby boy died and his body remained with her for six days. The young mother is suspected of murder and has been detained. Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the legal elements of murder and abandonment of a corpse.

News Headline: Female College Student Gives Birth at Home; Baby Dies and Body Found with Her for 6 Days; Mother Suspected of Murder and Detained. (FTV News Reporter Wang Yu-jun) News Link: A shocking case of childbirth and body concealment has emerged in Taipei! A 19-year-old female college student, after breaking up with her boyfriend, unexpectedly discovered she was pregnant. On the 2nd, she gave birth in her bathroom at home, but the baby boy suddenly died. The student wrapped the infant in a towel and hid the body in her room for six days until her family noticed something amiss and reported it to the police station on Father's Day. After questioning by the prosecutor, the case took a turn; the mother was suspected of murder and was arrested and detained. (Fidelity Law Firm…)

The main suspect in the OPIX forex scam lost control and attacked reporters after being released on bail. Lawyer Xu Wanwei explains how to prevent investment fraud and the elements and criminal liability of aggravated fraud.

News Headline: OPIX Forex Scam Suspect Released on Bail, Employee Loses Control and Attacks Reporters (TTV News Reporter Huang Yu-zhen) News Link: The so-called "OPIX Forex Investment Program" from Malaysia, touting AI algorithms and guaranteed profits, is suspected of swindling at least NT$30 million. Investigators conducted searches in seven locations and questioned nine people. Despite making a considerable fortune, the main suspect and his ex-wife couldn't even afford the NT$1 million bail, resulting in a reduced bail. One of the salesmen, surnamed Chen, was released on bail of NT$500,000. Upon leaving the bailiff's office, he even lost control, throwing bags and water bottles at reporters, causing chaos at the scene. Fidelity Legal…

A 19-year-old female college student gave birth at home to a dead baby boy; the family was shocked and called the police. Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the legal elements of the crimes of abandonment resulting in death and abandonment of a corpse.

News Headline: 19-Year-Old College Student Gives Birth at Home, Baby Dies; Family Calls Police in Shock (FTV News Reporter Wang Yu-Chun) News Link: A shocking murder case has occurred in Taipei! A 19-year-old college student, after breaking up with her boyfriend, unexpectedly discovered she was pregnant. On the 2nd, she gave birth in her bathroom at home, but the baby boy suddenly died. The student, unsure what to do and too afraid to tell her family, wrapped the baby in a towel and hid it in her room for nearly a week until her family discovered it. She then put the baby in a shopping bag and reported the incident to the police station. Lawyer Li Yu-Sheng of Fidelity Law Firm stated…

Tzu Chi Foundation's failure to file a lawsuit after being defrauded of NT$1.06 billion has sparked outrage online: How did they manage to pass off their financial statements? | Lawyer Li Yusheng analyzes the due diligence obligations of foundations and charitable organizations regarding the safekeeping of charitable funds.

News Headline: Tzu Chi Defrauded of NT$1.06 Billion, No Lawsuit Filed, Netizens Outraged: How Were the Financial Statements Appraised? One News Reporter Chien Pin-chieh News Link: The controversy surrounding renowned lawyer Chen Yu-hsuan's alleged collaboration with a religious master to defraud the Tzu Chi Foundation of NT$1.06 billion under the guise of purchasing BNT vaccines continues to escalate. Many netizens are criticizing how this staggering NT$1 billion was accounted for in the financial statements. Experts are also questioning the response, arguing that the failure to file a lawsuit immediately after the incident is unusual for a typical victim. In response, some lawyers have analyzed that filing a civil suit attached to the criminal case now would allow them to request the court to order the return of all funds. …

What are the common violations of commercial accounting law? A comprehensive overview of everything from falsified accounting vouchers and ledgers to inaccurate financial statements.

The core of commercial accounting law cases is not "a crime is committed simply because the accounts are wrong," but rather determining whether accounting vouchers, ledgers, or financial statements do not match actual transactions, and whether relevant personnel knowingly created, recorded, used, or intentionally omitted false information. Whether company leaders, accountants, or those entrusted with accounting matters are criminally liable cannot be determined solely by their professional titles; it requires comparing actual transactions, the source of vouchers, accounting procedures, bank flows, decision-making processes, and the individual's subjective understanding. What does Article 71 of the Commercial Accounting Law primarily punish? The current Article 71 of the Commercial Accounting Law targets commercial leaders, principal and managing accountants, and those legally entrusted to handle accounting matters for others, regulating those who knowingly prepare accounting vouchers or record false information in ledgers, or intentionally cause financial statements to show discrepancies…

Free legal consultation takes a turn! Lawyer sues for public insult after woman throws tea at him – FTV News | Lawyer Li Yusheng explains the line between public insult and consultation.

News Headline: Free Legal Consultation Takes a Turn! Lawyer Sues for Public Insult After Woman Throws Tea at Him - FTV News News Link: This article focuses on the fact that while free legal consultations can help people clarify the direction of their cases, they are not a full legal representation, nor are they a place to vent emotions. If dissatisfied with the consultation results, the correct approach is to seek a second opinion or report the matter to the organizer; responding to dissatisfaction with insults, threats, throwing drinks, or physical violence may turn the original legal issue into new civil or criminal liability. The Functions and Boundaries of Free Legal Consultation Free legal consultation is the first point of entry for many people when encountering legal problems. Divorce, debt, car accidents, fraud, labor disputes…