Trách nhiệm hình sự

How many years of imprisonment are imposed on people committing the act of illegal possession of narcotics in 2024 in Vietnam? What is the age of criminal responsibility for the illegal possession of narcotics in Vietnam?

I have been summoned to court as a witness because I unintentionally witnessed a fight. I am afraid that people will come to my house for revenge, so I do not want to go to court as a witness. Therefore, I would like to ask the advisory board if being summoned to court as a witness can be refused or not. I look forward to receiving a response from the advisory board soon. I sincerely thank the advisory board very much!Kim Nha - Tien Giang

Last week, I won a sum of money from the lottery. Could you please advise if I need to pay tax on this amount? Thank you for your guidance!Ngoc Khanh - Dong Nai

We have been divorced for 2 years. My husband is obligated to provide child support of 2 million VND per month since the child is living with me. Initially, he provided full support, but recently, due to having a new wife, I have not received any support from him for the past 4 months. Am I entitled to request him to pay additional interest for this period?

My parents have passed away and left a house for me and my two siblings for worship purposes. Using the pretext of applying for house repair procedures, my younger brother deceived everyone into signing a document he had prepared to apply for a house repair permit. Later on, he somehow managed to outsmart everyone, who, not understanding the law, followed his arrangements, and he now holds the land-use certificate in his name only. In this case, what can be done to prevent my sibling from selling the house?

Editorial Board, I would like to inquire about the following issue: My husband is currently serving a prison sentence. While in prison, he also engages in labor to create products and earns money. Can you tell me whether my husband is allowed to send this money home? Thank you.Mai (093***)

My child is currently 19 years old and borrowed a friend's motorbike to pawn for personal expenses. Could you please advise if my child's actions constitute a crime?
Looking forward to your response!

Everyone, please help me address the following question: Are foreign organizations or individuals eligible to be granted a license to establish a support facility for victims of human trafficking? I look forward to your prompt response. Thank you!

Regarding the public outcry over the incident involving the principal's indecent behavior with students, I would like to know the sentencing for individuals who commit indecent acts with children. Editorial Board, please assist.I look forward to your prompt response!

Recently, I learned that on November 19, 2018, the National Assembly passed the Amnesty Law 2018. However, due to being quite busy with work, I am not aware of the new contents in that document. Therefore, I kindly request the Editorial Board to assist me with this issue.Thanh Hung (hung***@gmail.com)

The Editorial Board, please assist me with the following inquiry: When is it considered a dangerous reoffense? Is there any legal document addressing this issue? I look forward to receiving a response soon. Thank you!

Everyone, please help me answer the following question: Is the mandatory treatment period deductible from the prison sentence duration? I look forward to receiving a response soon. Thank you very much!

Please help me clarify this question: How are enterprises penalized if they commit the crime of hoarding? I look forward to receiving a response soon. Thank you!Thao Trang - Binh Phuoc

Our bank is encountering the following situation: Our bank's accountant mistakenly transferred salary to an individual who is not listed in the payroll. Upon realization, attempts to contact this individual via phone calls or messages have failed, as they do not respond. Additionally, the amount has been completely withdrawn from their account. In this case, how should we proceed to reclaim this sum?

At a nearby coffee shop, which is a common gathering place for local residents to drink and gamble, my child recently went to observe a group of people gambling. During a police raid, my child's IP 6 phone and a motorcycle were confiscated. I would like to inquire whether my child has committed a crime by just watching and not participating in the gambling activities.

My father is serving a prison sentence for the crime of Intentional Infliction of Injury. Currently, my father is seriously ill, so I would like to ask whether my father can apply for a postponement of the prison sentence to receive medical treatment? If the postponement of the prison sentence is granted, what procedures need to be prepared?

I have observed many criminal trials and noticed that the Court sometimes gives the defendant the least severe punishment within the range, while in other cases it applies the most severe punishment within the range. May I ask: What basis does the Court rely on to decide the punishment? I look forward to your response. Thank you!

Hello editorial board,The situation is that my brother has served 2/3 of his prison sentence, and I understand that he must also complete the additional penalty of a fine and pay court fees to meet the conditions for amnesty. However, my family is in a difficult situation and is classified as a poor household by the commune, unable to compensate for damages. I heard about the Amnesty Law 2018 and hope there might be some provisions supporting cases like my brother's, allowing him to reintegrate into society and help the family sooner.Therefore, I would like to ask: If damages have not been fully compensated, is amnesty still possible?(****@gmail.com)

I am studying the regulations related to criminal law and have a question I would like to ask for clarification. To be specific:, could you please inform me: In which cases can an offender be exempted from punishment? I look forward to receiving a response soon. Thank you!