CRIMINAL LAWYER SERVICES
If you find yourself in the criminal proceedings stage, it is crucial to seek the help of a Criminal Lawyer to safeguard your legal rights and interests. In case you face any issues or are at a high risk of being held criminally accountable, do not hesitate to reach out to NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM for assistance.
1. When should you hire a criminal lawyer?
Instances of fraud, theft, wrongful death, and other undesirable occurrences are commonplace in our daily lives. To ensure that state institutions can effectively manage and resolve such cases while safeguarding the lawful rights of citizens, individuals must seek legal counsel.
The lawyer then proceeds to guide the client regarding the legal statutes about crimes and the corresponding penalties that are relevant to the specifics of the client’s case. As per the stipulations outlined in the Criminal Procedure Code of 2015, the circumstances under which an individual is eligible to engage the services of a lawyer are as follows:
- You are a suspect or a defendant
- A criminal complaint has been filed against you or you are being prosecuted by the State
- You are a victim of a crime
- You are a civil defendant in a criminal case or a person with related rights and obligations
- You are being detained, etc.
2. The role of the criminal lawyer
The 2015 Criminal Procedure Code explicitly acknowledges the significant role played by lawyers:
- Provide guidance, recommendations, and clarification to clients, evaluate and propose remedies for various scenarios, scrutinize records and proof, and suggest appropriate courses of action.
- Aid clients in creating legal documents and paperwork to facilitate settlements and organizing procedures and protocols related to case resolution.
- Contribute to the defense of suspects and defendants, minimizing or eradicating criminal culpability and safeguarding the legal rights and interests of the accused.
- Devise contingency plans to manage unforeseen circumstances that may arise during the case resolution process, assisting clients in mitigating legal risks.
- Assist in gathering and organizing documents and evidence and fulfilling requests during the investigation and prosecution phases to ensure a fair and comprehensive resolution of the case, without any misconduct during the investigation process.
3. What are the qualifications that a capable criminal lawyer should possess?
To excel as a criminal lawyer, one must fulfill the following requirements:
- Acquire professional experience and extensive practice in the criminal justice system.
- Demonstrate exceptional legal consultation, communication, and argumentation skills, along with the ability to persuade and articulate logical reasoning to others.
- Capable of analyzing and predicting potential scenarios that may arise during the case resolution process.
- Maintain an honest and objective approach toward addressing the client’s concerns.
- Be meticulous and prompt in providing updated information and answering the client’s inquiries.
- Strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for the client in all circumstances and case conditions.
4. Criminal lawyer services
4.1. The work that the criminal lawyers at NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM will perform
4.1.1. Drafting all types of litigation applications
NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM offers advisory assistance to clients in preparing various types of applications:
- Criminal complaint
- Report of violation
- Letter of appeal
- Request for penalty reduction
- Various other forms of applications.
4.1.2. Assistance in the investigation phase
As per the regulations outlined in the 2015 Civil Procedure Code, the defense lawyer will be entitled to engage in legal proceedings starting from the moment the defendant is charged. Consequently, the lawyer will assume the responsibility of safeguarding the defendant’s lawful rights and interests, preventing any potential harm, and reducing adverse effects during the investigation.
- Facilitate the investigation and validation of evidence.
- Manage and negotiate with victims, civil claimants, and parties with relevant rights and responsibilities.
- Collaborate with investigative agencies.
- Analyze and address any discrepancies to devise the most effective defense strategy for the client.
- Attend interrogations as required, etc.
4.1.3. Assistance during the prosecution phase
- Scrutinize documents, and gather and assess the evidence.
- Converse, share, and suggest with the investigative agencies and the Procuracy to clarify ambiguous particulars that could harm the accused or defendant.
- Appeal to the investigative agencies to implement, modify, or revoke precautionary measures.
- Appeal to the Procuracy to make essential procedural judgments concerning the case.
- Advise clients to draft bail petitions, and locate or present personal papers that favor the accused or defendant.
- Communicate with the Procuracy to obtain, comprehend, write down, and copy the indictment.
4.1.4. Assistance during the trial phase
Lawyers advocate for clients to protect their legal rights and interests, while also presenting arguments for defendants in court, engaging in dialogue with representatives from the Procuracy and the victim to establish the truth. They also assist in the procedures related to appeals.
4.2. Consulting areas
4.2.1. Consulting about procedures
- Consulting about the procedures and the period of temporary detention and detection.
- Consulting about the procedures and the phases of a criminal case.
- Consulting about the procedures of judgment’s execution.
- Consulting about the penalty range.
4.2.2. Consulting about determining criminal charges
- Elucidate the distinguishing features that define the crime in question, presenting pertinent evidence and information to assess the viability of establishing the offense.
- Specify the precise category of crime to which the transgression pertains and identify the corresponding section of the Criminal Code in which it is governed, thus enabling an accurate evaluation of the gravity of the offense.
- Articulate the elements comprising the crime about specific offenses, encompassing criminal components such as the object, means, purpose, nature, and other particulars of the crime. This will facilitate the provision of suitable legal remedies and effectively safeguard the interests of clients.
4.2.3. Consulting about criminal proceedings
- The lawyer is to guide criminal proceedings to assist clients in comprehending the process of resolving their case, encompassing the timeline and necessary actions involved.
- The lawyer will review the Court’s rulings and protocols to guarantee their lawfulness and conformity with legal regulations and provide guidance to the customer regarding the possibility of filing an appeal, if necessary.
- The lawyer will assess the applicable penalty range to guarantee impartiality and precision during the case resolution proceedings.
- The lawyer will gather supporting evidence for the client and employ mitigating factors to potentially lessen the client’s punishment, if feasible.
4.2.4. Consulting about defense protocols, cross-examination, and safeguarding the rights of the defendant in the court’s sessions
- Participate in the trial as a defense lawyer to safeguard the rights and welfare of the clients.
- Maximize the right of the lawyer to defend the client by participating in questioning and arguing in the Court.
- When analyzing the demeanor and substance of the arguments presented by the opposing counsels in a court of law, the lawyer’s objective is to identify what makes strong arguments and mitigate any potential drawbacks that may arise for the client.
4.3. The steps a criminal lawyer must take in a criminal case
- Step 1: Acquire pertinent information and case files from the involved parties.
- Step 2: Assess the circumstances, establish whose jurisdiction the case belongs to, and allocate a lawyer to engage in the legal proceedings.
- Step 3: Gather essential evidence and documentation to safeguard the rights of the accused or defendant.
- Step 4: Finalize the dossier required for participation in the proceedings and submit it to the relevant proceedings conducting agencies.
- Step 5: Actively partake in the proceedings and provide a robust defense for the suspect or defendant at the proceeding conducting agencies.
4.4. The cost of criminal lawyer services at NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM
Due to the intricate nature of criminal cases, criminal lawyer services do not adhere to fixed costs. Clients must engage in direct communication with the lawyer, as this enables the evaluation of the case and the provision of an appropriate pricing structure.
Following the Law on Lawyers 2006 and the Law on Legal Aid 2017, NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM shall evaluate and furnish pro bono legal assistance in the subsequent scenarios:
- The individual’s predicament is characterized by solitude and immense hardship.
- Elderly individuals, as well as students and pupils facing challenging circumstances.
- Individuals with disabilities experience isolation and face significant challenges.
- Instances reveal indications of injustice, with individuals in difficult circumstances lacking the financial means to seek legal recourse.
5. Why should you choose NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM?
NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM is a renowned legal entity that specializes in providing criminal lawyer services. Our team of lawyers comprises highly skilled professionals with years of experience in handling all aspects of criminal law.
We prioritize the confidentiality of our client’s information and ensure that our service costs are transparently stated in the contract. Additionally, we offer the convenience of delivering legal documents related to the case to our clients’ locations.
Our team of experts and lawyers possess extensive knowledge of Vietnamese culture and customs, making us a formidable force in the field of Criminal Law. We are dedicated to providing professional legal solutions and assisting our clients in overcoming psychological challenges when dealing with disputes related to property and personal circumstances.
NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM has published an article that provides valuable insights into criminal lawyer services. If you require such services, please do not hesitate to reach out to us for the finest assistance.
6. Contact us now at NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM
Please feel free to contact NT INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM through this number: +84 902524567 or email: info@ntpartnerlawfirm.com for tailored guidance regarding your particular situation.
