Criminal Code of the Republic of China Article 165

This English translation was last updated on 2025-08-01, but the Chinese text was amended on 2026-07-22. Later amendments may not be reflected in the translation — please refer to the Chinese text.

A person who forges, alters, destroys, or conceals evidence in the criminal case of another or makes use of such forged or altered evidence shall be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than two years, short-term imprisonment, or a fine of not more than fifteen thousand dollars.
中文原文 中華民國刑法第165條
偽造、變造、湮滅或隱匿關係他人刑事被告案件之證據,或使用偽造、變造之證據者,處二年以下有期徒刑、拘役或一萬五千元以下罰金。

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