Taiwan Law in the News
Short explainers that start from a recent news story and set out the Taiwan law behind it. Each article reflects the reports and law as of its publication date.
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AI-drafted criminal appeals in Taiwan: the Supreme Court’s first ruling on form and grounds
FTV and CTWANT reported that Taiwan’s Supreme Court Criminal Division 7 said using generative AI in an appellate brief is not itself a ground to dismiss, but the brief still must specifically point out how the judgment violated the law. Foreign counsel should treat AI drafts as drafting aids, not as a substitute for record-tied grounds.
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Taiwan’s 14-day marriage leave: payroll and subsidy steps for foreign employers
From 1 October 2026, marriage leave in Taiwan is 14 paid days. Employers pay the wages, then may claim a full government subsidy for days 9–14 from the Bureau of Labor Insurance, according to the Ministry of Labor. Foreign-invested employers should check work rules, payroll and the claim timeline.
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Micron’s record bonuses and the Taoyuan strike vote: what earnings talk does not change under Taiwan labor law
Micron’s CEO told CNBC that record incentives weigh on margins, while members of Micron’s Taoyuan union vote on strike authorization from 1 to 6 October 2026. For foreign employers, earnings commentary and Taiwan dispute-procedure duties are separate matters.
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When a Taiwan Court Hearing Goes Ahead Without an Interpreter
Taiwan law requires interpreters when defendants cannot understand the language. Posting personal data during a dispute can also carry criminal penalties.
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A Relative Held in Taiwan on a Drug Allegation
If a relative is held in Taiwan over a drug allegation, families abroad can ask about contact limits, counsel, an interpreter and a possible prisoner transfer.
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