Criminal Litigation - Gordon Chan, Esq

The Problem of Vapes with Visas

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:55:40 +0000

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.

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SCMP Interview on Prediction Markets in Hong Kong

Gordon Chan, Esq — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:44:29 +0000

South China Morning Post again interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about whether prediction markets are financial products or illegal gambling. In a second interview with the…

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Interview by TVB News on Prediction Market

Gordon Chan, Esq — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:57:41 +0000

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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Now News interview on Smoking Regulations

Gordon Chan, Esq — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:56:15 +0000

Now News programme “Now Report” interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about the further tightening of smoking regulations and vaping ban in Hong Kong.

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The End of the 3 Tests

Gordon Chan, Esq — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:34:29 +0000

In a surprising move, the Court of Appeal ended the use of “the three tests” in the sentencing of trafficking that involved multiple drugs. Now only one test remained.

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Where should I put my P plate?

Gordon Chan, Esq and Wilson Yuen, Esq — Mon, 18 May 2026 09:02:11 +0000

In FAMC 48/2025, Mr Gordon Chan, leading Mr Wilson Yuen, argued before the Court of Final Appeal that the “P” plate display requirements for private cars and LGVs from 2009 should be clarified.

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The beginning of the end for vapes

Gordon Chan, Esq — Fri, 01 May 2026 06:04:13 +0000

Hong Kong has once again tightened its control over alternative smoking products. From 30 April 2026, the possession of vapes in public places has become a criminal offence.

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Mingpao Interview on Pinball Machines and Gambling

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 04:37:07 +0000

Mingpao interviewed Mr Gordon Chan regarding the thriving of pinball machine shops in Hong Kong and issues concerning gambling.

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Interview by SCMP on Legality of Polymarket in Hong Kong

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:42:41 +0000

South China Morning Post interviewed Mr Gordon Chan about the rise of Polymarket and its legality in Hong Kong.

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Interview on Animal Welfare Law Reform

Gordon Chan, Esq — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:54:17 +0000

Mr Gordon Chan discussed the legal framework on animal protection and welfare in Hong Kong in an interview with Broadcast News Network.

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