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Criminal Defense
Criminal Lawyer
Protect rights in criminal cases from investigation through trial and appeal.
When to choose this practice area?
When do you need a criminal lawyer?
4 critical stages of a criminal case always require a lawyer to protect your rights.
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Investigation Stage
The lawyer attends interrogations to prevent coercion and guide testimony.
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Court Defense
Argue to acquit or reduce penalties for the defendant.
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Victim Representation
Represent victims in requesting prosecution, gathering evidence, and claiming compensation.
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Appeal
Draft appeal documents and participate in appellate proceedings if the first-instance verdict is unjust.
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Lawyers review documents, pointing out legal risks and handling options.
Drafting Documents
Prepare contracts, official letters, minutes, or dossiers to submit to state agencies.
Representation
Participate in negotiations or work with partners within the scope of authorization.
Featured Lawyers
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Luật sư Lê Trạch Giang
Criminal Law, Land Law, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Family Law
Criminal Law
Lawyer Le Trach Giang, born in 1978, is a native of Thanh Hoa, grew up in Nha Trang City, and studied at Ho Chi Minh City University of Law. He is a co-founder and the Director of An Phu Internatio...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
18 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Văn Tâm
Legal Consultation, Dispute Resolution, Legal Procedure Support
Criminal Law
Lawyer Nguyen Van Tam is a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association and currently serves as the Director of Tam & Partners One Member LLC. He has extensive expertise in various fields.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Thị Phương
Corporate, Civil, Land & Real Estate, Criminal, Administrative
Criminal Law
Lawyer Nguyen Thi Phuong is currently the director of 24H HCMC Lawyers Co., Ltd. – a law firm specializing in REAL ESTATE AND LITIGATION.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
16 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Thị Mỹ Viễn
Corporate Law, Civil Law, Land Law, Family and Marriage Law
Criminal Law
Attorney Nguyen Thi My Vien is a lawyer affiliated with the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association and currently serves as the Managing Director of An Anh Duong Law Firm, with over 10 years of experience...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
16 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Tiến Mạnh
Corporate, Civil, Criminal, Administrative, Business - Commercial
Criminal Law
Lawyer Nguyen Tien Manh graduated with a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws from Ho Chi Minh City University of Law, and became a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association in 2011. In 2012,...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật sư Trần Trọng Hiếu
Civil Law, Criminal Law, Land & Real Estate, Labor Law, Commercial Law, Family & Marriage Law
Criminal Law
Lawyer Tran Trong Hieu is currently the Managing Director of Viva Law Co., Ltd. / Member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. With a working motto of PROFESSIONAL – RESPONSIBLE – REPUTABLE and ...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật sư Quách Văn Hảo
Finance - Banking, Civil Law, Criminal Law, Land & Real Estate
Criminal Law
Lawyer Quach Van Hao is one of the prominent figures in the legal profession today, the founding lawyer and Director of Hong Duc Viet Law Firm with 15 years of experience in the field.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
16 years experience
Luật sư Lê Tuấn Anh
Land Law, Criminal Law, Civil Law, Administrative Law, Commercial Law, Labor Law
Criminal Law
Lawyer Le Tuan Anh is the founder of the LUẬTSƯ.NET brand and a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. A graduate of the University of Economics and Law (Vietnam National University Ho Chi...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
16 years experience
Luật sư Huỳnh Tiến Đạt
Civil Transactions, Labor and Compliance, Inheritance, Divorce, Criminal Defense
Criminal Law
Master - Lawyer Huỳnh Tiến Đạt has over 15 years of experience in various legal fields, and is also the co-founder of LH Legal Co., Ltd.
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
15 years experience
Luật Sư VŨ VĂN HƯỞNG
Litigation
Criminal Law
Legal Consultant
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
6 years experience
Luật sư Nguyễn Bá Hưng
Corporate, Civil, Administrative, Marriage and Family, Labor, Land, Criminal, Intellectual Property
Criminal Law
Lawyer NGUYỄN BÁ HƯNG is a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association, with over 10 years of experience in specialized legal fields. Currently, he serves as the Standing Deputy Director at PVS ...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
13 years experience
Luật sư Phạm Văn Khang
Civil Law, Criminal Law, Land & Real Estate Law, Finance - Accounting, Corporate Law
Criminal Law
Lawyer Pham Van Khang is a member of the Ho Chi Minh City Bar Association. With over 15 years of practice, Lawyer Pham Van Khang has successfully assisted numerous individual and corporate clients ...
Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
20 years experience
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What should I bring when summoned by an investigative authority?
Bring the summons, personal identification, and documents related to the matter; avoid signing minutes without reading carefully or without a lawyer's explanation.
When should a lawyer be involved from the investigation stage?
As soon as you are held, detained, or questioned for the first time, so the lawyer can protect your right to silence, guide testimony, and monitor procedures.
Can the family request a change of preventive measures?
Yes, the lawyer will prepare a dossier proving good personal background and clear residence to request release on bail or recognizance.
What is the process for appealing a prosecution decision?
The lawyer drafts an appeal letter to the Procuracy or a superior investigative authority and supplements evidence showing insufficient grounds for prosecution.
Can civil compensation be claimed within criminal proceedings?
Yes. The victim or legal representative submits a compensation request during the case for the court to consider at the same time.