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Firm news, insights on new laws, and frequently asked questions.

29 2026-9

What should I pay attention to during the probationary period of a suspended sentence?

During the probation period, the offender must comply with the supervision regulations. According to Articles 75 and 77 of the Criminal Law, if the offender violates the regulations seriously or commits a new crime, the probation will be revoked and the original sentence will be executed. It is recommended that the offender must report and obtain approval before leaving his/her residence.

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29 2026-9

What is the maximum length of bail pending trial?

The maximum period of bail is twelve months, in accordance with Article 79 of the Criminal Procedure Law; it should be lifted upon expiration. The key to obtaining bail is that there is no social danger, and it is advisable to hire a lawyer as soon as possible during the golden period.

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29 2026-9

Does the transfer of debt require the creditor's consent?

According to Article 551 of the Civil Code, the transfer of debt must be agreed upon by the creditor. If the transfer is not agreed upon, it will not be effective against the creditor, and the original debtor will still bear the responsibility of repayment. The new debtor may assert the original defenses.

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29 2026-9

Is the name on the property ownership certificate always the owner's name?

The registration of the property ownership certificate has the effect of public announcement and presumption, but it does not absolutely equal to the real ownership. In cases such as buying a house under someone else's name, joint investment after marriage, and unsplit inheritance, the real right holders can provide evidence to refute the registration.

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29 2026-9

How can a company be removed from the list of enterprises with abnormal operations?

Companies are listed as having abnormal business operations due to factors such as failing to submit annual reports, providing false information, or losing contact. After making corrections to the reports or changing their registered addresses and submitting applications, the market supervision departments will verify and remove them from the list. Those who commit serious violations and are deeme...

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29 2026-9

How should we handle the situation where the contract price is not clearly specified in the contract?

If the contract price is not clearly defined, it shall be supplemented in accordance with Article 511 of the Civil Code: According to the market price at the place of performance at the time of conclusion of the contract, if the government pricing or guidance price should be implemented according to law, it shall be implemented in accordance with the rules; it may be supplemented by agreement, and...

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29 2026-9

How many years does copyright protection last for?

The protection period for works by natural persons is the author's lifetime and 50 years after his/her death; the protection period for works by legal persons or works created in the course of official duties, and audiovisual works is 50 years; personal rights such as the right of authorship are protected permanently; and the protection period for practical artworks is 25 years.

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29 2026-9

How to calculate the compensation for patent infringement?

According to Article 71 of the Patent Law, the compensation for patent infringement shall be calculated in the following order: actual losses, profits gained from infringement, multiple of the license fee, and statutory compensation. For intentional infringement, the compensation may be one to five times the actual losses. Reasonable expenses shall be calculated separately.

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29 2026-9

What approval documents are required for the expropriation of collective land?

The collective land expropriation must have approval from the provincial-level or higher authorities, an expropriation announcement, a compensation and resettlement plan, and a public announcement. If any of these documents are missing, the expropriation process is illegal, and people can apply for information disclosure, review, and litigation to protect their rights.

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29 2026-9

What is the legal effect of a lawyer's letter?

A lawyer's letter does not have mandatory force, but it can fix the facts, urge performance, interrupt the statute of limitations, and serve as evidence; the issuance of the letter should be connected with litigation preservation, and the content must be true and legal.

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29 2026-9

After the company is liquidated and deregistered, can we still recover the debt?

After the company is legally deregistered, its legal person status is terminated. However, if the liquidation process is illegal, the commitment to simple deregistration is untrue, or the company's assets are mixed with those of other entities, creditors may seek compensation from the shareholders and other responsible parties in accordance with the law.

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29 2026-9

Who needs to sign the demolition compensation agreement for it to be valid?

The demolition compensation agreement shall be signed by the persons subject to expropriation or their legal representatives; the village committee does not have the qualification to sign the agreement, and any signing exceeding its authority in the name of expropriation may be confirmed as invalid. It is recommended to verify the scope and subject before signing the agreement.

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29 2026-9

Will the owners of unfinished buildings be listed on the credit blacklist if they stop repaying their loans?

If the lender unilaterally stops the loan, it will be reported to the credit information system. According to Articles 20 and 21 of the Judicial Interpretation of the Supreme People's Court on the Sale of Commercial Housing, the borrower can request to rescind the loan contract, and after the judgment, the developer will return the loan. Then, the borrower can use the judgment to repair the credit...

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