Frequently Asked Questions

24 2026-9

What is the difference between corporate criminal compliance and criminal defense?

Criminal compliance focuses on prevention in advance, eliminating criminal risks through risk assessment and internal control construction; criminal defense focuses on response after the fact, striving to get the case dismissed, non-prosecution, or lenient punishment by focusing on evidence and legal application. The two stages and goals are different, but they are interconnected.

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24 2026-9

How to determine whether a criminal defense lawyer is professional?

To assess the professionalism of criminal defense lawyers, five aspects should be taken into account: deep expertise in criminal law, clear defense strategies for similar cases, thorough review of case materials and client meetings, tailored defense strategies based on case evidence, and standardized fee charging; and the possibility of seeking relief through a review of the necessity of continued...

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24 2026-9

How to choose a lawyer for corporate criminal compliance services?

When selecting a criminal compliance lawyer for a company, there are four key considerations: dual experience in criminal law and corporate law, pre-compliance audits, response to investigations and ability to implement compliance reforms, and transparent written fee arrangements. It is advisable to plan early when dealing with criminal charges involving companies and their responsible individuals...

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24 2026-9

Is it really important to hire a lawyer to defend oneself within 37 days after being arrested for a crime involving gold?

After criminal detention, the case is generally submitted for approval of arrest within 3 days and up to 30 days. The procuratorate makes a decision within 7 days, which is collectively called the "golden 37 days". Lawyers should meet with the detainee as soon as possible, submit opinions against the approval of arrest and applications for bail, and can still apply for a review of the necessity of...

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24 2026-9

Where can I get free and professional criminal legal advice?

There are four official channels for free criminal consultation: the 12348 hotline and legal aid centers, lawyers on duty in detention centers, free consultations from regular law firms, and public interest legal services. Major cases should be transferred to formal litigation within the critical 37-day period.

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24 2026-9

How should the inheritance be distributed among multiple heirs? Is it divided equally among them?

According to Article 1130 of the Civil Code, heirs in the same order shall generally receive an equal share of the inheritance. However, those who are living in financial difficulties shall be given preferential treatment; those who fulfill their main duty of support may receive a larger share; and those who fail to fulfill their duty of support shall receive a smaller share or no share at all. In...

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24 2026-9

Can only children also inherit all the property?

First-born children do not necessarily mean they are the sole heirs. Grandparents and surviving spouses are listed in the first order of inheritance, and the jointly owned property will first be divided in half. If there is a will, the property will be distributed according to the will. To fully acquire the property, it is necessary to negotiate, obtain notarization, or initiate litigation to conf...

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24 2026-9

Do illegitimate children have the right to inheritance?

Illegitimate children and legitimate children have completely equal inheritance rights, and are listed as first-order heirs according to Articles 1071 and 1127 of the Civil Code. First, you need to confirm the parent-child relationship and fix the evidence before you can claim your share of the inheritance.

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24 2026-9

How to inherit and transfer ownership of a property without a will?

For estates without a will, the inheritance shall be handled in accordance with the law: first, the spouse's share shall be allocated, and then the first-order heirs shall be determined in accordance with Article 1127 of the Civil Code; if there is a consensus, the transfer of ownership can be notarized; if there are disputes, the registration shall be carried out through litigation and based on t...

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24 2026-9

Can a notarized will be revoked?

A notarized will can be legally overturned: after the implementation of Article 1142 of the Civil Code, the last will shall prevail, and the notarized will will no longer be given priority; or according to Article 1143, it can be claimed that the will is invalid due to reasons such as incapacity, fraud, or coercion.

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24 2026-9

What are the formal requirements for a video will?

According to Article 1137 of the Civil Code, a video will must be witnessed by at least two qualified witnesses. The testator and the witnesses must record their names or portraits and the date in the video. If any of these elements are missing, the will may be invalid.

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