Buildings Ordinance – Effective Evidence Collection and Prosecution

23 January 2026 (Fri)

Time
0930 –1700

Fee
HK$1,700

Venue
Admiralty/ Wanchai

Language
Cantonese supplemented with English materials

Over the years the government has been instigating prosecutions against works and facilities which are non-compliance with statutory orders or directions. Knowledge and skills for effective evidence collection and prosecution is essential for officers to discharge his duties professionally. Through interactive learning approach, this workshop will make use of lecture, discussion and case studies to illustrate the key elements that officers have to be alerted to.

Content

  • Evidence pertinent to the investigate
  • Evidence collected to be used in court
  • Coherent and summarized documentation of evidence
  • Gather statements and comments from witnesses, victims, and possible suspects
  • Photographs and videos taking as evidence
  • Evidence sufficient to instigate prosecution procedures
  • Prosecution relating to:
  • Removal of Unauthorized Building Works
  • Building & Drainage investigation/ Repairs
  • Hillside & Buried Services Investigation/ Repairs
  • Fire Safety Improvement
  • Case Studies

Trainer

Mr. Harrison CHEUNG
Barrister-at-Law, Chartered Engineer
Arbitrator, HKIAC Mediator and Dispute Resolution Advisor

With over two decades of experience in the construction industry, Harrison transitioned into a successful career as a barrister, specializing in construction-related litigation, arbitration, and mediation. In addition to his expertise in these areas, Harrison adeptly handles commercial contractual disputes and a wide array of general legal matters. His legal acumen extends to criminal law, where he serves as counsel on fiat and defense counsel, demonstrating his comprehensive legal capabilities.

Harrison is a seasoned speaker who has been co-operating with local universities (HKU, PolyU, CityU SCOPE, etc.) in recent years and teaching courses of various legal topics. Since 2012, there are more than 7,000 participants who joined the courses, who are management staffs, government officials and professionals from different disciplines.