Hong Kong's criminal legal system is governed by a set of laws and procedures that aim to deal with criminal offences. Here is a brief description of Hong Kong's criminal legal system:

 

1. Criminal Offenses:

  - Criminal offences in Hong Kong are defined by the (Cap. 200) Crimes Ordinance of Hong Kong and other specific laws.

  - Offences may include crimes such as theft, murder, rape, drug, fraud, etc.

 

2. Police investigation:

- When a crime is committed, the Hong Kong Police Force conducts an investigation to collect evidence and identify suspects.

- The police can arrest a suspect if there are reasonable grounds to suspect his criminal involvment in the case.

 

3. Criminal procedure:

 - Once a suspect is arrested, he is brought before the courts to answer the charges against him.

 - Hong Kong's criminal system guarantees the presumption of innocence and the right to a fair trial.

 - The suspect has the right to be represented by a lawyer and to present his defence in court.

 

4. Criminal courts:

 - Criminal cases are handled by Hong Kong courts, including the High Court, District Court and Magistrates' Court.

- Serious cases are usually referred to the High Court and District Court, while less serious cases are dealt with in the Magistrates' Court.

 

5. Sentences:

  - If an accused is found guilty, the court imposes an appropriate sentence depending on the seriousness of the offence.

  - Sentences may include fines, imprisonment, community service, etc.

 

6. Appeal and review:

 - Those found guilty have the right to appeal against their conviction to the Court of Appeal ,or other procedures depending on the circumstances of the case. For example, in some cases it is possible to request a review of the case if new evidence or irregularities are discovered.

 

Romain Pierre Levaire is a specialist in Hong Kong criminal law, and has all the necessary accreditations to appear at all levels of court, as well as visit all police stations and detention centres, on instructions by a solicitor.