Unprecedented Medical Council Decision Covered by HKU CMEL
HKU Centre for Medical Ethics and Law refers to Mr Gordon Chan’s article on a Medical Council decision to stay a case permanently.
Protecting Cats and Dogs in Traffic Accidents
It has long been the case that a driver does not need to stop in a traffic accident involving injuries to cats and dogs. That has changed since November 2021. Failing to stop in those cases is now a criminal offence.
The 6 Steps Affirmed
In a record-breaking drug bust, a man received the lengthiest sentence in Hong Kong history. On appeal, the court reviewed the sentencing principles of substantial quantities of drugs and clarified how the 6-step in Herry Jane Yusuph should be applied.
When’s the time to stay?
In an unprecedented move, the Medical Council of Hong Kong ordered that a case be permanently stayed. The Council adopted the established legal principles for criminal cases to resolve this case, which lasted more than a decade.
Pathologist’s Dilemma
Pathologists play an essential role in the death investigation system in Hong Kong. A pathologist performing an autopsy is under a special duty to the Coroner’s Court.
“Advantage” in Dispute
Mr Gordon Chan was the sole advocate in seeking leave to appeal against the conviction of a public servant conspiring to solicit advantage. The single judge reserved this case for the full bench of the Court of Appeal.
Interview on Tightening of Cat Trade
Mr Gordon Chan discussed the new Government measures to tighten the cat trade in Hong Kong in an interview with Broadcast News Network, an online media run by journalism students from HKBU.
Can my child consent to medical treatment without me?
While children may consent to treatment, doctors still have the duty to ensure that the child understands the nature and consequences of the act.
The Ever Expanding Smoking Ban
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.
The 6 Steps in Drug Trafficking Sentence
The Court of Appeal summarised decades of Hong Kong’s experience in the fight against dangerous drugs and clarified how traffickers are sentenced.