Decree No. 21/2014/L-CTN enacts the Law on the Organization of People's Courts 2014, which stipulates the organization and operation of levels of people's courts. This document applies to judicial organs and participants in proceedings.
Scope of application
Judicial organs (People's Courts) and participants in proceedings (such as defendants, plaintiffs, and legal representatives).
Key points
- Judicial organs → are organized into the Supreme People's Court, People's Courts of Appeal at regions, Central People's Courts, and Provincial People's Courts.
- Participants in proceedings → must comply with the procedural rules set forth in the Law on the Organization of People's Courts.
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Positive impact: Improving the quality of adjudication work and enhancing the effectiveness of the court system operations, ensuring legitimate rights for citizens.
- Negative impact: May cause difficulties in adjusting old regulations, requiring time for training and improving the capacity of judicial officials.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When does the Law on the Organization of People's Courts apply?
This Law takes effect from July 1, 2015, according to Article 96 of the Law.
How many levels of courts are specified in the Law?
The Law on the Organization of People's Courts specifies four levels of courts: the Supreme People's Court, People's Courts of Appeal at regions, Central People's Courts, and Provincial People's Courts, according to Article 12 of the Law.
What regulations must participants in proceedings comply with?
Participants in proceedings must comply with the procedural rules set forth in the Law on the Organization of People's Courts, specifically Article 14 and related provisions.
What is the organizational structure of the Supreme People's Court?
The Supreme People's Court has an organizational structure comprising the Bench, Chief Justice, and Deputy Chief Justices, according to Article 15 of the Law.
Are there any provisions regarding the rights and obligations of legal representatives?
Legal representatives have the right to participate in proceedings and protect the legitimate rights of parties. They also must comply with the procedural rules set forth in the Law, according to Article 18 of the Law.
Full text
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PRESIDENT OF THE STATE _______ |
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAMVIETNAM Independence - Freedom - Happiness ______ |
| Number: 21/2014/L-CTN | Hanoi, December 4, 2014 |
ORDER
Regarding the promulgation of the Law
_________
CHAIRMAN
SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
On the basis of Article 88 and Article 91 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam;
Pursuant to Article 91 of the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly;
Pursuant to Article 57 of the Law on the Issuance of Legal Normative Documents,
NOW PROMULGATE
Law on the Organization of the People's Courts
Passed by the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Thirteenth Session, Eighth Meeting, on November 24, 2014./.
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PRESIDENT OF THE STATE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM Truong Tan Sang |
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