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23 2026-10

Which law firms are particularly strong in the field of criminal defense?

There is no official ranking of criminal defense law firms. When choosing a criminal defense law firm, you should consider their level of expertise, experience in handling similar cases, and transparent fee structures. It's also important to discuss defense strategies during the initial consultation and retain a lawyer as early as possible to take advantage of the "37-day golden period" for crimin...

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23 2026-10

What services can criminal compliance lawyers provide?

Criminal compliance lawyers provide risk assessments, special compliance solutions, guidance on rectification for enterprises involved in legal cases, and executive training, helping to prevent risks before criminal cases are filed. In the field of taxation and invoices, proactive planning is particularly crucial.

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23 2026-10

Which has a higher success rate in litigation, professional criminal law firms or the criminal law departments of comprehensive law firms?

There is no unified success rate that can be compared between professional criminal law firms and the criminal departments of comprehensive law firms. When making a choice, you should consider the matching degree of the charges, the experience in handling cases, and the transparency of fees; verify the practitioner's qualifications, and be cautious about the promises of results.

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23 2026-10

How to prevent corporate tax-related criminal risks?

The key to preventing criminal tax risks for enterprises lies in compliance beforehand: regulating invoice accounts and making truthful declarations; if a notice of tax recovery is received, timely making up for the tax arrears can help avoid criminal prosecution; and it is advisable to hire a lawyer as soon as possible after being involved in a criminal case.

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23 2026-10

What will happen if the review of the death penalty is not approved?

If the review of the death penalty is not approved, the Supreme People's Court may remand the case for retrial or retry and change the verdict; the case remanded for retrial shall be tried by a collegial panel of judges. The right to approve the death penalty belongs exclusively to the Supreme People's Court, and it is recommended to entrust a lawyer to submit opinions during the review stage.

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23 2026-10

Can the bail money for bail pending trial be refunded?

The bail bond for bail pending trial can be refunded: if the person has not violated the bail obligations, he/she can go to the bank to withdraw the refund with the notice of release; if the person violates the obligations, part or all of the bail may be confiscated, and the case will be handled in accordance with Articles 71 and 73 of the Criminal Procedure Law.

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23 2026-10

What materials are required for applying for a criminal retrial?

To apply for a criminal retrial, it is necessary to submit a petition, proof of identity, the original judgment documents, and new evidence. According to Article 253 of the Criminal Procedure Law, the court shall retry the case under five statutory circumstances, and the appeal should be filed within two years after the execution of the sentence.

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23 2026-10

Can punitive damages be awarded in a criminal case involving a civil suit?

Generally, criminal incidental civil actions do not support compensation for mental damage, and the scope of compensation is limited to material losses. According to Article 101 of the Criminal Procedure Law, death compensation, funeral expenses, etc. should be claimed in the criminal proceedings, and legal advice should be sought in a timely manner.

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23 2026-10

What rights do family members have in criminal cases?

Family members can entrust defense lawyers for their loved ones, learn about the suspected charges and detention facilities, apply for changes in coercive measures, file appeals and complaints, and initiate ancillary civil lawsuits; they can also entrust lawyers to meet with their loved ones during the investigation stage.

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23 2026-10

How to determine whether a criminal lawyer is reliable?

To evaluate a criminal lawyer, consider their professional competence, verifiable qualifications, and approach to case handling. Legal firms should charge fees in accordance with standard rates and not make any guarantees about case outcomes. It is prohibited to offer contingency fee arrangements in criminal litigation, and it is recommended to verify their qualifications in person during a consul...

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23 2026-10

What is the process of a criminal case's first-instance trial?

In criminal cases, the first-instance trial is conducted in the following stages: court investigation, court debate, final statement, and deliberation and sentencing. In public prosecution cases, the verdict shall be pronounced within two months after the case is accepted, and at the latest within three months. Witnesses may be requested to appear in court.

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23 2026-10

Can public housing units be inherited as part of an estate?

Housing reformed by the government can be inherited as an estate: the property rights registered under the name of the decedent belong to his/her legal personal property. According to Articles 1122 and 1153 of the Civil Code, the couple's joint property shall be divided before inheritance, and the statute of limitations is three years.

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23 2026-10

Who will manage the estate if there is no executor?

When there is no executor of the will, the heirs shall elect or jointly serve as the estate administrators in accordance with Article 1145 of the Civil Code; the statute of limitations for inheritance disputes is 3 years, and the heirs should inventory the estate and negotiate the right to ownership in a timely manner.

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23 2026-10

Do estate managers have the right to sell off the estate?

The estate administrator may dispose of the estate to pay off debts or divide and sell it, but he/she must notify the heirs and set a reasonable price. Anyone who disposes of the estate at a low price without authorization shall be liable for compensation in accordance with Article 1148 of the Civil Code.

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