Code of Criminal Procedure Article 502
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.
(Ruling (I) – Overruled or Judgment against Defendant)The court shall dismiss plaintiff’s suit by ruling upon finding it illegal or meritless.The court shall enter a judgment against the defendant pursuant to plaintiff’s complaint upon finding the latter meritorious.
中文原文 刑事訴訟法第502條
法院認為原告之訴不合法或無理由者，應以判決駁回之。
認為原告之訴有理由者，應依其關於請求之聲明，為被告敗訴之判決。
認為原告之訴有理由者，應依其關於請求之聲明，為被告敗訴之判決。