Legal and help index
Find the area of law, check the official text and ask a better question. This page is information, not a substitute for a lawyer.
How to use this index
- Identify whether the issue is privacy, a threat, fraud, property or family law.
- Find the likely law and the situation it covers; do not rely only on second-hand summaries.
- Build a timeline and evidence list before consulting a lawyer or 12348.
- Call 110 first if there is an immediate risk to safety.
- This page does not replace a lawyer or predict the outcome of a specific case.
This index groups common issues under privacy, threats, fraud, property and family law. It is designed to help you find the right questions and official channels, not to decide your case.
Laws change and their application depends on the facts. The entries below are general information, not legal advice. Check the current text in the official National Laws and Regulations Database before relying on a provision.
Privacy and personal information
Secret filming, sharing intimate images, publishing an address or phone number, and obtaining account information without consent can create civil, administrative and criminal exposure.
Preserve the publication page, account details and original files. Ask the platform to remove the content and report to the police. Do not retaliate by publishing the other person's private information.
| Law or rule | Possible issue | Typical situation |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Code, Articles 1032-1034 | Privacy and personal information | Leaked images, address, phone, account data |
| Personal Information Protection Law | Rules for handling personal data | Platform or organisation misuse |
| Cybersecurity Law | Network security and account safety | Online distribution and account access |
| Criminal Law, Article 253A | Infringement of citizens' personal information | Illegal acquisition, sale or supply of data |
Threats, harassment and extortion
A demand for money or a meeting combined with a threat to expose private information may go beyond a relationship dispute.
Prioritise safety, preserve the evidence and contact the police. Do not pay for deletion and do not meet alone to negotiate.
| Law or rule | Possible issue | Typical situation |
|---|---|---|
| Public Security Administration Punishments Law | Threats, stalking, secret filming, privacy | Repeated harassment or distribution |
| Criminal Law, Article 274 | Extortion | Threats used to obtain money or property |
| Women's Rights Protection Law | Personal rights and sexual harassment | Harassment, threats, discrimination |
| Civil Code, personality rights | Dignity, privacy and reputation | Insults, defamation, privacy harm |
Fraud and online fraud
Fake identities, fake projects, upfront fees and investment apps that block withdrawals may amount to fraud or telecom and online fraud.
The important questions are where the money went, whether anything real was delivered, and whether you were repeatedly induced to pay more.
| Law or rule | Possible issue | Typical situation |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Law, Article 266 | Fraud | False facts used to obtain property |
| Anti-Telecom and Online Fraud Law | Telecom and online fraud governance | Fraudulent accounts, payments and platforms |
| Cybersecurity Law | Real-name rules and platform responsibility | Fake accounts and illegal content |
| Consumer Rights Protection Law | False advertising and service disputes | Paid events, training and memberships |
Gifts, loans and shared property
Whether a transfer is a gift, a loan, a business payment or living expenses depends on the chats, the relationship, the amount and the flow of funds. A transfer note alone is rarely enough.
For large gifts, shared marital property or cohabitation disputes, consult a lawyer early. Do not create a new loan note or edit records after the dispute begins.
| Law or rule | Possible issue | Typical situation |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Code, contract provisions | Gifts, loans and service contracts | Nature of transfers, refunds, breach |
| Civil Code, Article 1062 | Shared marital property | Large gifts to a third party |
| Civil Code, Article 1091 | Divorce damages | Bigamy or cohabitation with another person |
| Supreme People's Court marriage and family interpretation (I) | Marriage and family disputes | Property, gifts and cohabitation |
Marriage, family and cohabitation
Labels such as mistress or homewrecker are moral judgments, not legal categories. The legal questions concern marriage status, property, cohabitation and evidence.
Specific rights depend on the facts. A court will look at the marriage, the source of the assets, the shared life and the available proof.
| Law or rule | Possible issue | Typical situation |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Code, Article 1042 | Bigamy and cohabitation with a spouse | Extramarital relationships |
| Civil Code, Article 1079 | Divorce by litigation | Broken relationship and divorce procedure |
| Women's Rights Protection Law | Personal and property rights | Harassment, discrimination, property |
Official help channels in China
Call 110 first if there is immediate danger. Legal advice, legal aid, online reporting and women's rights services each cover different issues.
Before calling, write down the timeline, amounts, account details and what you want. It makes the conversation more useful.
| Channel | Contact | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Police | 110 | Threats, fraud, secret filming, restriction of movement |
| Public legal services | 12348 | Legal information and legal aid eligibility |
| Online reporting | 12377 | Illegal and harmful online content |
| Women's rights hotline | 12338 | Consultation and support for women |
| Government services | 12345 | Policy questions and referrals |
| National Laws and Regulations Database | flk.npc.gov.cn | Checking the official text of a law |
How to check a legal citation
Before relying on a provision, check the name of the law, whether it is currently in force and what the actual text says. Do not rely on a screenshot or a social-media summary.
If you are unsure whether a law applies, organise the facts and evidence first, then ask a lawyer or 12348.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this page as the basis for a lawsuit?
Use it to identify the direction of research. The cause of action, claims and evidence need to be assessed by a lawyer.
How current is this information?
The page was reviewed on 2026-10-21. Laws change; check the official database before quoting a provision.
Is 12348 free?
The public legal service line provides information and referrals. Eligibility for legal aid is assessed by the local authority.
Do I have to report in person?
It is usually best to report in person and give a statement. In an emergency, call 110 first and follow the operator's instructions.
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