Chen Shui-bian's wife, who was absent from court in a money laundering case, attended a concert, sparking controversy. A criminal lawyer from Fidelity Law Firm explains the relevant legal provisions regarding court leave and litigation procedures.

Case Background and Legal Disputes

The money laundering case was in court and Bian's sister-in-law asked for leave but attended the concert and caused controversy | Mirror News reporters Li Xinru, Huang Yixuan, and He Kunyuan

The High Court's third hearing on the confidential state expense case that has been litigated for many years resumed yesterday (18th) afternoon. However, the lawyer appointed by the former first lady Wu Shuzhen asked for leave on her behalf with a diagnosis certificate and said that she was diagnosed with poor health. . However, Wu Shuzhen was caught. Yesterday afternoon, she appeared at Abe's concert with former President Chen Shui-bian. She also took a photo with Abe Akie, looking quite energetic.

Can I take leave when the court is in session?

A criminal lawyer at Fidelity Law Firm stated that whether one can take leave after receiving a court hearing notice is a common question that needs to be judged based on individual circumstances and legal regulations. Below is a brief explanation of the circumstances under which one can take leave to attend court proceedings. I. Importance of the Court Hearing Notice: The court hearing notice is an important document in legal proceedings and should be taken seriously. It usually contains the date, time, and location of the hearing, as well as information about the case. If you receive such a notice, you should carefully consider your attendance and try your best to comply with legal procedures. II. Possibility of Taking Leave: In some cases, you can take leave to attend court proceedings, but you need to follow certain procedures and regulations. (1) Justifiable Reason: Generally, you need to provide a justifiable reason to take leave to attend court proceedings. These reasons may include illness, urgent family problems, force majeure at work, or other special circumstances. You need to be able to prove that your reason for taking leave is reasonable and unavoidable. (2) Lawyer's Advice: If you have hired a lawyer, the lawyer will usually provide you with advice on whether to take leave. The lawyer can assess your case and explain whether you need to take leave and how to do so reasonably. III. Leave of Absence Procedure: If you decide to take leave to attend a court hearing, you will typically need to take the following steps: (1) Notify the Court: Before the hearing date, you need to notify the court and other relevant parties of your intention to take leave. This can be done by giving written notice or by notifying the court office by phone. (2) Provide Supporting Documents: Usually, you will need to provide supporting documents related to your reason for taking leave. For example, if you are taking leave due to illness, you may need to provide a sick note or medical report from your doctor. (3) Seek Court Approval: The court will decide whether to approve your leave request based on your reason for taking leave and the evidence provided. The court may agree to postpone the hearing or reschedule the hearing date. IV. Court Decision: Ultimately, the court will decide whether to approve your leave request based on your circumstances and the provisions of the law. If the court approves your leave request, it may reschedule the hearing date so that you can attend at a suitable time. In short, if you receive a court hearing notice, you need to carefully consider your circumstances and reasons for taking leave. If you have a reasonable reason for taking leave, you can take the appropriate steps and notify the court. However, please remember that the court will decide whether to grant your leave request based on your specific circumstances, so you should consult with a lawyer and ensure that legal procedures are followed. Failure to comply with court notices may result in legal consequences, including adverse effects on you.

Opinion of Fidelity Law Firm

What should be confirmed first when encountering similar cases?

• First, organize the event timeline, notices, contracts, chat logs, photos, videos, and payment information.
• Confirm the current stage of the process: it may be just a consultation, you may have been interviewed, you may have received a summons, you may have entered into court proceedings, or you may need to file a lawsuit to seek compensation.
• Assess whether there are immediate risks such as statute of limitations, evidence preservation, detention, imprisonment, settlement negotiations, or media exposure.