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Suspension of Prosecution

Prosecutor's discretion not to indict despite sufficient evidence, considering the offender's character, circumstances, and post-offense conduct (Code of Criminal Procedure Art. 248).

Statute Reference

刑訴法248条

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Indictment / ProsecutionSettlement Money in Criminal CasesSuspended Sentence

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