Frequently Asked Questions

30 2026-9

Are the compensation for the demolition of enterprise factories and that for the closure of factories due to environmental protection the same?

The demolition of a company's factory buildings differs from the compensation for environmental protection-related closures: the demolition includes compensation for land, buildings, and equipment, as well as losses from production shutdowns, while the compensation for closures is limited to appropriate subsidies for legal property losses. It is recommended to first clarify the nature and basis of...

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30 2026-9

How to respond to an administrative penalty decision for illegal construction?

If you receive a decision on punishment for illegal construction, do not ignore it. You can review the main facts and procedures, and apply for reconsideration or litigation to revoke the decision if the facts are unclear or the procedures are illegal. Forcible demolition must go through the statutory procedures of summoning and announcement. It is recommended to check the basis of the decision an...

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30 2026-9

Can one refuse the expropriation of their residential land use rights?

The expropriation of residential plots cannot be arbitrarily refused. However, if the rights holders are not compensated and resettled in accordance with the law, they can refuse to sign the agreement, refuse to move, and appeal or litigate; if there is no use right certificate, it does not necessarily mean that they lose the right to compensation. It is recommended to verify the identity of the m...

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30 2026-9

How can enterprises seek reasonable compensation when facing demolition?

When a company faces demolition, it should verify the scope of the expropriation and the contracting parties, and apply for a review and appraisal of the evaluation objections. According to Article 47 of the Land Management Law, village committees do not have the right to sign compensation agreements, and contracts signed beyond the scope can be claimed as invalid and seek compensation.

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30 2026-9

If I can't reach an agreement on the compensation for the demolition of my shop, would it be helpful to hire a lawyer?

If the compensation for the demolition of the shop cannot be agreed upon, the lawyer can verify the legality of the expropriation, review the appraisal price, and fix the losses caused by the suspension of production and business. Then, the lawyer can use a combination of negotiation, reconsideration, and litigation to exert pressure; and if the appraisal is too low, the lawyer can apply for a rev...

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30 2026-9

Can government information disclosure lawyers assist in protecting rights during land expropriation and demolition?

In the process of land expropriation and demolition, lawyers can apply on behalf of clients for documents such as the approval of public expropriation and compensation agreements, and file for reconsideration or litigation in accordance with Article 33 of the Regulations on Information Disclosure if the government fails to respond. After confirming that the government has failed to perform its dut...

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30 2026-9

What should I do if I disagree with the determination of illegal construction?

If you disagree with the determination of illegal construction, you can apply for a reconsideration within 60 days or file a lawsuit to revoke it within six months; the determination must be made by the planning authority and the notification and hearing procedures must be carried out. It is recommended to first verify the subject's qualifications and the facts, and strive to rectify the situation...

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30 2026-9

How to collect evidence when a house is forcibly demolished?

After the house is forcibly demolished, it is necessary to videotape the scene, call the police, and apply for public disclosure of the expropriation documents to preserve evidence. According to Article 38 of the Administrative Litigation Law, if the defendant is unable to provide evidence due to reasons attributable to the administrative organ, the administrative organ shall bear the burden of pr...

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30 2026-9

Can I apply for state compensation if my unauthorized building is forcibly demolished?

Whether compensation can be obtained for the forced demolition of illegal buildings depends on whether the forced demolition is legal. If the demolition process violates the law and causes damage to legal property, the victim can apply for state compensation according to the law, but the investment in the illegal building itself is generally not supported. It is recommended to first fix the eviden...

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30 2026-9

What can lawyers do before the procuratorate approves the arrest?

Before the procuratorate approves the arrest, lawyers can meet with the suspects, submit legal opinions against the arrest, and strive for the non-approval of the arrest by demonstrating the social dangerousness; they must intervene within the seven-day review period and suggest that the suspect be detained as soon as possible after the criminal detention.

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30 2026-9

How are criminal legal consultations typically charged for?

Criminal legal consultation is priced according to market conditions, without a unified government pricing system. Fees are charged on a per-case, per-hour, or per-item basis through negotiation, which is much lower than the cost of full-process defense. It is recommended to conduct a professional assessment first before deciding whether to hire a lawyer.

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30 2026-9

Is it true that you can get released on bail just by paying the money?

Applying for bail pending trial does not mean that you can be released simply by paying money. You must meet the statutory conditions and the decision must be made by the case-handling organ. The bail bond is just one of the guarantee methods; success depends on the case circumstances and the social dangerousness assessment. It is recommended to entrust a lawyer to submit legal opinions as soon as...

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30 2026-9

How much do lawyers charge for reviewing death penalty cases?

The fees charged by lawyers for death penalty review are subject to market regulation and there is no unified government pricing. The fees are determined through negotiation based on the difficulty of the case and the lawyer's qualifications, and are usually higher than those charged in the ordinary criminal stage. It is recommended to have a face-to-face consultation to clarify the fee details an...

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30 2026-9

How to find a criminal lawyer after a family member has been detained?

After a family member is detained, they should immediately hire a criminal defense lawyer through official channels, verify the lawyer's qualifications, arrange a meeting as soon as possible, be wary of promises of guaranteed acquittal or release, and entrust the lawyer in accordance with the law rather than relying on personal connections.

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