[Direct answer]In the Beijing area, it's useful, but its main function is to fix evidence and stop illegal activities, rather than necessarily preventing demolitions. When forced demolitions occur, calling the police is the right thing to do. The public security organ has the obligation to accept and respond to the call, and the police report, case registration, and response receipt can prove the time, location, and situation of the demolition, providing evidence for subsequent confirmation of illegal activities and claims for compensation. If the demolition involves suspected illegal intrusion into residences, intentional destruction of property, etc., the public security organ should deal with it in accordance with the law. However, it should be noted that if the forced demolition in the process of expropriation and demolition is carried out by the administrative organ in accordance with legal procedures, the public security organ may not handle it as a public security case, and calling the police may not necessarily prevent the demolition. Therefore, calling the police should be combined with measures such as taking photos and videos at the scene, preserving documents, and seeking the intervention of lawyers. According to the "State Compensation Law of the People's Republic of China" (amended in 2012), if the administrative organ and its staff illegally expropriate or requisition property, the victim has the right to obtain compensation, so it's crucial to fix evidence in time to protect their rights.

I. Problem Background and Typical Scenarios

When forced demolitions occur, the first reaction of the parties involved is often to call the police, but they often have doubts about the effectiveness of doing so. There are three typical scenarios: first, the identities of the demolition personnel are unknown, and calling the police can help fix the situation on site and provide clues about the main parties involved; second, when the parties involved are restricted in their personal freedom or their property is damaged, calling the police can help seek immediate protection; third, it is only after the demolition that they realize they lack sufficient evidence, and the police report can then serve as important supporting evidence. In different situations, the role of calling the police and the follow-up handling will vary accordingly.

II. Key points of contention

First, whether calling the police can prevent forced demolition and the scope of the public security organ's responsibilities. Second, the evidentiary value of the police report in litigation. Third, determining whether the demolition constitutes an administrative forced demolition or an illegal forced demolition. Fourth, how to handle cases involving criminal offenses. Fifth, how to coordinate the appeal, litigation, and compensation processes after calling the police. These issues determine whether calling the police achieves the desired effect.

III. Professional analysis by Henglue Lawyers

Henglue Lawyers have summarized three experiences in land expropriation and demolition cases. Firstly, the practical role of reporting to the police: The arrival of the police and the records of the police's handling of the case can fix the time and location of the demolition, the on-site personnel and the damage to property, which are important evidence to prove the facts of forced demolition and losses; if there are personal injuries or property destruction on site, the police can be requested to deal with it according to law. Secondly, the limitations of reporting to the police: If it is a forced demolition organized by the administrative organ according to law, the public security organ usually does not deal with it as a public security violation, so reporting to the police is difficult to stop the demolition; the parties should not rely solely on reporting to the police, but should simultaneously fix the evidence. Thirdly, the key points of evidence fixation: Take photos and videos as soon as possible to record the information of the demolition personnel, vehicles and machinery; count and register the property in the house and make a list; keep the demolition notices, announcements and related documents; seek medical treatment in time and keep the diagnostic materials; if necessary, apply for notarization or third-party witnessing to enhance the effectiveness of the evidence. Fourthly, procedural connection: The police report can be used as evidence for subsequent applications for administrative reconsideration, filing administrative lawsuits or claiming administrative compensation; if the subject of the demolition is unclear, the defendant can be identified based on the police report, on-site images and government documents. Fifthly, personal protection: If encountering violence or restrictions on personal freedom, report to the police in time and apply for personal safety protection. If the circumstances are serious, criminal responsibility may be involved. Sixthly, professional intervention: Hire a lawyer as soon as possible to clarify the subject of the demolition and the nature of the act, and choose the litigation path of confirming the illegality or claiming compensation.

IV. Practical suggestions and legal basis

Action suggestions: First, immediately call the police and request a police response receipt when forced demolition occurs; Second, simultaneously take photos and videos, inventory the property, and prepare a list of losses; Third, keep the demolition documents and relevant evidence, and apply for notarization if necessary; Fourth, communicate with a lawyer in a timely manner to determine the path of protecting rights. For issues related to the overall process of expropriation and demolition, you can refer to the relevant materials for guidance.Land expropriation and demolition, and administrative litigationFor cases involving personal injury, you can refer to the following materials for reference.Personal injury and medical disputesThe evidence collection related to property losses can be referred to for reference.Special servicesLegal basis: Article 4 and Article 36 of the State Compensation Law of the People's Republic of China (amended in 2012), and Article 38 of the Administrative Litigation Law of the People's Republic of China (amended in 2017). The specific application shall be subject to the currently effective laws and regulations and judicial rulings.

5. Henglue Law Firm's Advice

Firstly, calling the police is useful, but it mainly serves to fix evidence and may not necessarily prevent the demolition. Secondly, the police report and on-site images are crucial for subsequent rights protection. Thirdly, the property inventory should be made on the spot, and retrospective recording has weaker evidentiary value. Fourthly, in the event of violence, priority should be given to protecting personal safety and calling the police in time. For the overall plan of rights protection against forced demolition, you can refer to the following methods:Land expropriation and demolition, and administrative litigationThe service is supported. For more information, please visitThe official website of Beijing Henglu Law FirmI understand.

VI. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Will the police come if I call them during a forced demolition?

Generally, the police should respond to the alarm. The public security organ has the obligation to accept and respond to the alarm, and the response record can prove the time, location and situation of the forced demolition. However, if it is a forced demolition organized by the administrative organ according to law, the police may not handle it as a public security case, and the police response may not be able to stop the demolition. Therefore, it is still necessary to fix other evidence at the same time.

Q2: Can calling the police stop forced demolitions?

Not necessarily. If the demolition is carried out by administrative authorities in accordance with legal procedures, it is usually difficult to stop it by calling the police; if the demolition involves violence, illegal intrusion into residences, or intentional destruction of property, the public security organ shall deal with it in accordance with the law. Whether it can be stopped or not, the police report is valuable for subsequent confirmation of the violation and claiming compensation, and it should be reported to the police in time.

Q3: What's the use of the alarm records?

The police report and the response notice can prove the time, location, and on-site conditions of the forced demolition, which are strong evidence; for cases where the demolition subject is unclear, the defendant can also be identified by combining the on-site images and government documents. In administrative reconsideration, administrative litigation, and administrative compensation, they can all be used as evidence to prove the facts of the forced demolition and the losses caused by it.

Q4: How to secure evidence after a forced demolition?

You should immediately take photos and videos to record the information of the demolition personnel, vehicles, and machinery; inventory the property in the house and make a list; keep documents such as demolition notices and announcements; seek medical treatment promptly if injured and keep the diagnostic materials; and apply for notarization or third-party witnessing when necessary. The more timely and complete the evidence is, the more support there will be for subsequent claims.

Q5: What else can I do after calling the police?

Based on the alarm records and on-site evidence, lawyers can be engaged to determine the subject of the demolition and the nature of the act. Through administrative reconsideration or administrative litigation, it can be confirmed that the forced demolition is illegal, and administrative compensation can be claimed. For cases involving serious personal injuries or property damage and suspected crimes, the public security organ can be requested to handle them according to law, and if necessary, a request for incidental or separate compensation can be filed.

The above Q&A is mainly based on judicial practices in Beijing. There may be differences in the adjudication standards in other regions. It is recommended to consult a professional lawyer based on the specific circumstances of the case.

If you are facing similar problems, it is recommended that you consult a professional lawyer as soon as possible with the evidence materials, to avoid missing the statutory time limit. →Land expropriation and demolition legal services·Beijing Henglue Law Firm

Disclaimer: This article is compiled based on the current effective laws and regulations and public adjudication rules, and is for general reference only. It does not constitute a formal legal opinion on specific cases. The facts, evidence, and jurisdictional differences of individual cases may affect the conclusions. In case of disputes, please consult a practicing lawyer in time.