Hong Kong Legal Practical Encyclopedia

Author: Li Changdao, Editor-in-Chief
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Features: This book is a comprehensive work written by mainland scholars after the handover of Hong Kong, providing an in-depth introduction to the Hong Kong legal system. On July 1, 1997, the People's Republic of China resumed its sovereignty over Hong Kong. After the handover, how were the existing laws of Hong Kong applied? Article 8 of the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China stipulates: "The existing laws of Hong Kong, namely common law, equity, ordinances, subordinate legislation, and customary law, shall be retained except where they are in conflict with this Law or have been amended by the Legislative Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region." Hong Kong has established a relatively complete and rigorous legal system in social management and daily life, with a vast and complex body of laws closely related to the lives of its residents. After the handover, to facilitate the needs of Hong Kong and mainland residents for business, study, and life in Hong Kong, the book combines daily life experiences and covers eight aspects—basic political system, family law, civil law, commercial law, criminal law, social management, legal services, and Hong Kong-related practical issues—through 44 chapters and over 1,050 questions. It aims to systematically organize the overall picture of Hong Kong law from numerous statutes, providing you with complete, comprehensive, and authoritative legal services. In terms of writing style, it primarily explains legal provisions, supplemented by case studies, with clear categorization, emphasis on practicality, and inclusion of legal documents and various application forms. This book is not only a must-read for people from all walks of life in mainland China to learn about and understand Hong Kong law but also a valuable reference for individuals in various sectors engaged in business, study, and life in Hong Kong.