Strong Protest from Taipei Bar Association against Inappropriate Actions of New Taipei City Police Department: Safeguarding Judicial Justice and Privacy Rights in the ACE Case

A news article related to the New Taipei City Police Department has sparked a strong reaction from the Taipei Bar Association. The association has issued a stern statement regarding the police department’s search operation on January 24, 2024, in connection with suspected fraud and money laundering cases, as well as their subsequent media exposure.

Taipei Bar Association: Respect Investigation, But Follow Legal Procedures

Legal Regulations: Investigation Should Be Kept Confidential

Police Violation: Public Disclosure of Search Process

Cornerstone of Democracy and Rule of Law: Adherence to Legal Procedures

Regarding whether the individuals involved in this case are implicated and the specific details, the Taipei Bar Association expresses respect for the judgment of the investigating and judicial authorities. They emphasize that the handling of the case should follow legal procedures to avoid improper convictions or innocent releases.

According to the regulations of the “Investigation Non-disclosure Operation Procedures,” in order to protect the reputation, privacy, and safety of the accused and other related individuals, as well as to ensure a fair trial, the investigation process should remain confidential. The Taipei Bar Association specifically points out that this principle is crucial during the search and seizure process.

The Taipei Bar Association expresses serious concerns about the behavior of the Criminal Police Brigade of the New Taipei City Police Department during the search operation. The police department not only failed to comply with the principle of non-disclosure of investigations but also publicly shared photos and videos of the search process on their official Facebook page, violating the privacy rights of the individuals involved.

The Taipei Bar Association emphasizes that the actions of the police not only violate legal regulations but also threaten the foundation of democracy and the rule of law. The association condemns such behavior as not only detrimental to the progress of the rule of law but also potentially harmful to it. They call for the strict adherence to and protection of the maintenance of law and order and democratic freedoms.

The statement from the Taipei Bar Association has sparked discussions from both sides, with some communities believing that the association is strongly supporting the lawyers involved in the case, while others engage in legal discussions, pointing out that the police did indeed violate privacy rights and the principle of non-disclosure in the investigation.

In addition to publicly sharing related investigation photos, the New Taipei City Criminal Investigation Bureau has actively used Facebook to seek assistance from victims. This includes “NFTC,” “BNAT,” “MOCT,” “SOLA,” “CSO,” “QQQ,” “QAS,” “PT,” “DS,” “BAAS,” “DEC,” “DET,” “FITC,” and “COR.”

If victims who were deceived into making purchases through fraudulent groups come forward, they can fill out the form to assist the police in the investigation.

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Further Reading

ACE Exchange Strikes Again! Current Responsible Person Wang Chenhuan Detained, Facing Money Laundering Charges Immediately After Clarification

MOCT (Magic Coin) Backfires on ACE Exchange! Police Seize Over 100 Million New Taiwan Dollars in Cash at Lin’s Residence.