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Former DPP Legislator Chen Ou-po Sentenced to 16 Years for Bribery; DPP Ethics Committee to Discuss Expulsion on April 22

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Published Apr 14, 2026 11:26 AM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 9:28 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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Former Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Chen Ou-po has been sentenced to 16 years in prison and deprived of civil rights for 6 years by the Taipei District Court, for bribery and fraudulent claims of assistant fees totaling over NT$8.74 million.
Chiu Chun-yen, chairman of the DPP Ethics Committee, stated that the committee will convene on April 22 to discuss Chen's case, with the possibility of expulsion as the most severe punishment under party regulations.

Former Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Chen Ou-po has been sentenced to 16 years in prison and deprived of civil rights for 6 years by the Taipei District Court, for bribery and fraudulent claims of assistant fees totaling over NT$8.74 million. Chiu Chun-yen, chairman of the DPP Ethics Committee, stated that the committee will convene on April 22 to discuss Chen's case, with the possibility of expulsion as the most severe punishment under party regulations.

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Published: Apr 14, 2026

The Taipei District Court today sentenced former DPP legislator Chen Ou-po to 16 years in prison and deprived him of civil rights for 6 years, for bribery and fraudulent claims of assistant fees. The criminal proceeds amounted to over NT$8.74 million. The Taipei Prosecutors' Office had sought a sentence of 24 years and 2 months. The verdict can be appealed. Chiu Chun-yen, chairman of the DPP Ethics Committee, told the Central News Agency that the committee will hold its regular meeting on April 22 and will discuss Chen Ou-po's case. He noted that the Ethics Committee operates under a collegial system, and according to its regulations, the lightest penalty is suspension, while the most severe is expulsion.

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FAQ

What sentence did the Taipei District Court hand down to former DPP legislator Chen Ou-po?

Chen Ou-po was sentenced to 16 years in prison and deprived of his civil rights for 6 years.

What crimes did former DPP legislator Chen Ou-po commit to receive this sentence?

He was sentenced by the Taipei District Court for bribery and fraudulent claims of assistant fees.

What was the total amount of criminal proceeds involved in Chen Ou-po's case?

The criminal proceeds from Chen Ou-po's bribery and fraudulent activities amounted to over NT$8.74 million.

What was the sentence length sought by the Taipei Prosecutors' Office for Chen?

The Taipei Prosecutors' Office had sought a prison sentence of 24 years and 2 months.

What range of penalties can the DPP Ethics Committee discuss regarding Chen Ou-po?

According to regulations, the lightest penalty is suspension, while the most severe penalty is expulsion.

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