National Emblem and National Flag of the Republic of China Act Article 14

In lowering the flag to half-mast, the national flag shall first be raised to the top of the pole and then lowered to the position equivalent to 1/2 of the length of the pole. When removing the flag, the flag shall first be raised to the top of the pole again and then lowered.
中文原文 中華民國國徽國旗法第14條
下半旗時,應先將國旗升至桿頂,再下降至旗身橫長二分之一處。
降旗時,仍應升至桿頂,再行下降。

English translation for reference only; the Chinese text prevails. Not legal advice.