Kien Dinh Law Firm is a law practice organization specializing in providing in-depth legal services in the field of criminal proceedings. With a team of experienced lawyers who have participated in protecting the rights and legitimate interests in many complex criminal cases nationwide, we are committed to accompanying clients in all stages of the proceedings, from the initial investigation stage to trial and execution of judgment, to ensure maximum human rights and civil rights in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution and laws of Vietnam.

We understand that each criminal case is not only a legal dispute but also a battle to protect the honor, dignity, freedom and future of a person. Therefore, choosing a professional criminal lawyer with solid expertise and sharp litigation skills is a prerequisite to ensure fairness and humanity in the proceedings.

When is it necessary to hire a Criminal Lawyer?

According to the provisions of the 2015 Criminal Procedure Code and amendments to certain articles of the criminal procedure code, the right to have a defense attorney is recognized and guaranteed at all stages of the proceedings, including the pre-indictment stage. Subjects participating in criminal proceedings have the right to invite a lawyer to protect their legal rights in the following cases:

• The person being denounced or proposed for prosecution;

• Persons detained in emergency cases;

• Detainees;

• Defendant;

• Victim, civil plaintiff, civil defendant;

• Persons with related rights and obligations.

Inviting a lawyer early not only helps to properly orient the rights and obligations of the accused but also minimizes legal risks and avoids adverse legal consequences that may arise during the investigation, prosecution and trial process.

The role of lawyers in criminal cases

In criminal cases, lawyers are not only defenders but also defenders of justice, upholders of the presumption of innocence and ensure the parties’ right to a fair trial. Specifically, criminal lawyers have the following main roles:

1. Participate from the earliest stage: Lawyers have the right to participate from the time the client is accused, helping the client clarify whether the behavior constitutes a crime or not.

2. Legal advice and explanation: Lawyers are obliged to analyze legal situations and explain rights and obligations to clients in accordance with current legal regulations.

3. Drafting documents and litigation files: Assisting clients in drafting denunciations, petitions for redress, appeals, requests for exemption from criminal prosecution, etc.

4. Collect evidence, recommend investigation: Exercise the right to request the prosecution agencies to verify the details of the case, recommend collecting favorable evidence.

5. Participate in interrogation, confrontation, and trial: Lawyers have the right to directly participate in working sessions with investigators, prosecutors, and the jury to protect their clients.

6. Exercising the right to appeal, petition for review or retrial: In case the verdict shows signs of injustice, the lawyer can carry out post-litigation procedures to protect justice.

Criminal lawyer services at Kien Dinh Law Firm

1. In-depth criminal law advice

• Analyze the crime and determine the legality of the act;

• Advice on penalty framework, mitigating factors, exemption from criminal liability;

• Assess the possibility of receiving a suspended sentence or temporary suspension of sentence execution;

• Consulting on conditions for applying personal circumstances and civil compensation;

• Forecast legal risks and develop effective case handling strategies.

2. Drafting documents in criminal proceedings

We provide full drafting services for all types of applications, including:

• Request for prosecution;

• Crime report;

• Application for application, change or cancellation of preventive measures;

• Application for reduction of sentence, application for exemption from criminal liability;

• Appeal, petition for redress, petition for review.

3. Participate in litigation as a defender or protector of legal rights

Investigation phase:

• Guide clients when working with investigative agencies;

• Participate in interrogation and confrontation;

• Recommend the investigation agency to collect evidence and verify witnesses;

• Limit the use of unnecessary prolonged detention.

Prosecution phase:

• Working with the People’s Procuracy, proposing to change the prosecution charges;

• Analyze procedural violations that may affect the legality of the indictment.

Trial phase:

• Participate in first instance, appeal and retrial trials;

• Argue with the prosecutor, present defense arguments;

• Propose the most beneficial criminal treatment for the client;

• Propose exemption from criminal liability or apply humane forms such as non-custodial reform and suspended sentences.

Contact for Consulting and Using Criminal Lawyer Services

You can contact and make an appointment with Kien Dinh Law Firm via the following channels:

• Email: lsminhnghia@red-monkey-821572.hostingersite.com – lsminhnghia@gmail.com
• Phone number: 0903942829
• Hotline: 0928 633966