Handling of wildlife evidence under Vietnamese criminal procedure law

The handling of wildlife evidence in criminal proceedings plays a critical role in safeguarding biodiversity and ecosystem integrity. Although Vietnam has established a legal framework to address offenses related to the illegal exploitation and trade of wildlife, significant shortcomings persist in the procedures governing the collection, preservation, and disposal of wildlife evidence, thereby constraining effective enforcement in practice. This study analyzes the current criminal procedural regulations, identifies key challenges and implementation barriers, and contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the legal and institutional issues affecting wildlife evidence management in Vietnam.