This resolution stipulates the granting of amnesty to ordinary criminal offenders (excluding crimes such as hooliganism, murder, robbery) who have shown good reform during their time in prison. The document applies on the occasion of celebrating the 15th anniversary of the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.
Scope of application
Ordinary criminal offenders (excluding crimes such as hooliganism, murder, robbery) who have genuinely reformed during their imprisonment
Key points
- Ordinary criminal offenders (excluding crimes such as hooliganism, murder, robbery) → are eligible for amnesty if they have genuinely reformed → Article 1
- Amnesty is granted to those who have served a period of imprisonment and genuinely reformed → no specific minimum imprisonment duration or reform criteria are set forth
- The Council of Ministers shall be responsible for proposing the Standing Committee of the National Assembly regarding the granting of amnesty to prisoners
- Amnesty will be applied on the occasion of celebrating the 15th anniversary of the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam
- The Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam provides the legal basis for granting amnesty
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Creating conditions for offenders who have genuinely reformed to return to society, reducing pressure on the judicial system
- There may be an increased risk of recidivism if strict control over the reform process of prisoners before amnesty is not maintained
❓ Frequently asked questions
Which prisoners are eligible for amnesty?
Ordinary criminal offenders (excluding crimes such as hooliganism, murder, robbery) who have genuinely reformed during their imprisonment.
When will amnesty be applied?
Amnesty will be applied on the occasion of celebrating the 15th anniversary of the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.
What is the legal basis for granting amnesty?
The Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam provides the legal basis for granting amnesty.
Full text
RESOLUTION
OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY NO. 4/NQ-TVQH
AUGUST 29, 1960
Pursuant to Article 53 of the Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam;
On the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the founding of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam;
Based on the results of the state's education and rehabilitation policy for prisoners;
At the proposal of the Council of Ministers,
RESOLVES:
To grant amnesty to ordinary criminal offenders (excluding crimes such as ruffianism, murder, robbery) who have served a period of imprisonment and have genuinely reformed.
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Trường Chinh (Signed) |
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