Conditions for Exemption from Criminal Liability in Economic and Technological Violations Established
A newly issued resolution clarifies the conditions granting exemption from criminal liability for specific economic and technological legal violations in both the state and private sectors.
Resolution No. 37/2026/QH16 stipulates the application of exemption from criminal liability for legal violations in the fields of state economy, private economy, science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation, provided that certain conditions are met.
Scope and Exemption Conditions
Resolution No. 37/2026/QH16 applies to agencies, organizations, and individuals tasked with handling legal violations in economic and technological fields.
According to Article 5 of the Resolution, various exemption conditions may be triggered provided there is no corruption and public interest is prioritized.
Completion of Activities and Remedy of Damages
Investment, production, trade, science and technology applications, and innovation activities must have been completed and generated socio-economic benefits at the local and national levels.
It is required that there are no complaints or denunciations, or if any existed, they have been resolved in accordance with regulations, and any potential property losses have been fully remedied.
Terminology and Definitions
The concept of not committing corruption refers to not having been involved in offenses stipulated in relevant laws, as documented in writing by competent authorities.
The concept of the common good, on the other hand, defines acting in accordance with the interests of the nation, the people, society, or local government without pursuing personal or group interests.
Implementation Period
Adopted by the National Assembly, Resolution No. 37/2026/QH16 will be applied for a period of 3 years from the date of its official entry into force.