A draft circular outlines a list of sectors and time limits prohibiting individuals with former positions and authority within the Ministry of Justice from establishing, holding managerial positions, or operating businesses in those sectors after leaving their public service posts. This is a crucial step to prevent abuse of power and combat corruption.
Key Content of the Draft Circular
The draft circular defines the sectors under the Ministry of Justice’s management, including:
- State administration of lawyers and legal consulting.
- State administration of notarization.
- State administration of forensic examination.
- State administration of asset auctions.
- State administration of management agents.
- State administration of bailiffs.
- Programs, projects, and initiatives under the management of the Ministry of Justice and Provincial/City Justice Departments.
For sectors 1 through 6, individuals with former positions and authority in the Ministry of Justice are prohibited from establishing, holding managerial positions, or operating businesses or cooperatives in those sectors for 12 months following their departure from the public service.
For programs, projects, and initiatives (section 7), the prohibition period extends until the project’s completion.
Purpose and Significance of the Circular
The circular is intended to apply to officials of the Ministry of Justice, Provincial/City Justice Departments, and related agencies and organizations. Its aim is to strictly enforce the provisions of Clause 2, Point d, Article 20 of the 2018 Anti-Corruption Law, to prevent individuals from using their former positions for personal gain.
This circular aims to ensure fairness, transparency, and minimize corruption risks in sectors under the Ministry of Justice’s jurisdiction. The ban on former officials engaging in business within their former sectors is expected to foster a more competitive and transparent environment.
Application Period and Responsible Agency
The circular is intended to apply to individuals who have held positions of authority at the Ministry of Justice, Provincial/City Justice Departments, and related agencies.
The Organization Department (Ministry of Justice) will be responsible for leading and coordinating with relevant agencies and units to monitor and inspect the implementation of this circular.
Conclusion
The draft circular prohibiting retired Ministry of Justice officials from doing business in their former management sectors is a crucial measure in the fight against corruption and ensuring transparency in economic activity. Strict enforcement of this circular will contribute positively to building a transparent and effective anti-corruption society.
Retired Ministry of Justice officials cannot establish or manage businesses in their former sectors.
Illustrative image: Ministry of Justice headquarters (Photo: BTP).
Illustrative image: Ministry of Justice manages state administration of asset auctions (Illustrative photo: Dương Tâm).
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