Updates

Medicolegal Training for HA Clinical Psychologists

Mr Gordon Chan, together with Dr Ephraem Tsui and Mr Richard Man, is invited as a trainer for the Hospital Authority’s Advanced Specialty Training Program for Clinical Psychologists in medicolegal issues.

Hong Kong’s Strict Leash on Dangerous Dogs

Heightened awareness regarding the regulation of dangerous dogs has been triggered by a recent fatal assault on an animal volunteer by a high-risk breed, alongside multiple dog-on-dog attacks.

The Pull of Chainsmoker Cat and Smoking Advert Ban

The pulling of Japanese anime Chainsmoker Cat (Yani Neko) from Hong Kong exemplifies its stringent smoking law in advertising bans. But it also raises questions as to the definition of “advertisements”.

MIP or not MIP?

When your family disputes your mental capacity. In considering the mental incapacity of a person under Part II of the Mental Health Ordinance, the court is not bound to the opinion of the doctors, but will also make direct inquiries of the person in question.

Another Problem of Vapes with Visas

In FLS 5025/2026, Mr Gordon Chan represented a visa holder under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduate (IANG) who was prosecuted for importing vapes and pods into Hong Kong. The Department of Justice agreed to dispose of the case by ONE/BO, minimising the impact on his future visa renewal.

The Problem of Vapes with Visas

In KCS 26108/2025, Mr Gordon Chan represented a visa applicant under the Top Talent Pass Scheme who was prosecuted for importing vapes into Hong Kong. The Department of Justice agreed to dispose of the case by ONE/BO, without affecting the visa application.

Interview by TVB News on Prediction Market

TVB News programme “News Magazine 新聞透視” interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about issues with potential criminal liability arising from the emerging prediction market.

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