Code of Criminal Procedure Article 126

This English translation was last updated on 2020-01-15, but the Chinese text was amended on 2026-05-13. Later amendments may not be reflected in the translation — please refer to the Chinese text.

If a document or other thing held or kept by a public office or public official is to be seized, a request shall be made for its surrender, provided that a search may be made if necessary.Note: Articles 1 through 343 were amended lastly on February 6, 2003.
中文原文 刑事訴訟法第126條
政府機關或公務員所持有或保管之文書及其他物件應扣押者,應請求交付。
但於必要時得搜索之。

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