Smoking - Gordon Chan, Esq

The Pull of Chainsmoker Cat and Smoking Advert Ban

Gordon Chan, Esq — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 03:02:52 +0000

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”.

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Another Problem of Vapes with Visas

Gordon Chan, Esq — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:01:33 +0000

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.

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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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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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Recognition as Lexology Legal Influencer in Private Client

Gordon Chan, Esq — Thu, 14 May 2026 06:56:27 +0000

Gordon Chan has once again been named a Lexology Legal Influencer for Q1 2026 in the Private Client - Asia-Pacific category.

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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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Goin’ Up in Smoke

Gordon Chan, Esq — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:26:58 +0000

A seemingly innocent vape jeopardised a promising career. After representations by Mr Gordon Chan, a lady was given a chance to retain her job and pursue her career.

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What makes an “advertisement”?

Gordon Chan, Esq — Sat, 05 Apr 2025 13:43:59 +0000

The thin line between product display and advertising was examined in the High Court regarding the sale of cigarettes in a convenience store.

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The Ever Expanding Smoking Ban

Gordon Chan, Esq — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 03:07:24 +0000

Hong Kong has a stringent and discouraging smoking ban. Following this policy, emerging alternative products are prohibited, and importing them into Hong Kong is an offence.

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