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Criminal Defense Lawyers in China

Criminal defense for foreign nationals and complex criminal matters in China.

53+listed lawyers
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Overview

Practice orientation

Find criminal defense lawyers for investigations, detention, bail, white-collar matters, and trials. Foreign nationals should seek counsel promptly if contacted by public security or if a colleague is detained.

Read the criminal defense guide. Use Emergency urgency on the consultation form for detention or court deadlines.

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Legal context

Process, issues, and further reading

If you or a colleague faces investigation

  1. Contact defence counsel and, for foreign nationals, your consulate promptly.
  2. Do not rely solely on informal “fixers”; document lawful representation.
  3. Understand detention, bail, and residential surveillance stages.
  4. Preserve corporate records carefully if the matter is white-collar or regulatory.
  5. Plan communication with family and employers without obstructing justice.

Key PRC sources (illustrative)

  • Criminal Law of the PRC — substantive offences, including economic and duty-related crimes.
  • Criminal Procedure Law of the PRC (rev. 2018) — investigation, detention, defence counsel rights, and trial stages.
  • Lawyers Law of the PRC — defence representation and meeting/access rights in practice.
  • Exit and Entry Administration Law of the PRC — foreign-national detention, bail, and exit restrictions interfaces.

Emergency: this page is not emergency services. For immediate danger call local emergency numbers. Guide: criminal defense.

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Directory

Lawyers

Showing 7 of 53 lawyers

Zuo Jie, Drug Offenses lawyer in Nankai

Zuo Jie

Tianjin Yuansong Law Firm · Nankai

Zuo Jie is the director and founding partner of Tianjin Yuansong Law Firm, based in the Nankai District of Tianjin. H...

Drug OffensesNankai14+ yearsChinese, English
Fang He, Cyber Crime lawyer in Nujiang

Fang He

Nujiang Shuzhi Law Firm · Nujiang

Cybercrime and network compliance counsel advising companies on reporting, internal investigations, and defense strat...

Cyber CrimeNujiang9+ yearsMandarin, English

FAQ

Common questions

First steps if detained?
Contact counsel and your consulate as soon as possible. Do not rely only on informal fixers.
Do these lawyers work with foreign clients?
Many listed counsel assist foreign businesses and individuals. Check languages on each profile and request an English consultation when available.
What does a consultation cover?
Usually a short case assessment, whether China is the right jurisdiction, and practical next steps. It is not full representation; terms vary by lawyer.
Is this emergency help?
No. For immediate danger call local emergency services. This page helps you find defense counsel.

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