Expert Appraisal Committee of Shenzhen Copyright Society

With the development of the Internet and the continuous maturation of e-commerce and other transaction models, the probability of copyright infringement is increasing, and the awareness of rights holders to protect their rights is also growing stronger. The number of copyright cases is constantly rising. However, whether many actions constitute infringement has become an important challenge in resolving disputes. In some current administrative protection and judicial practices, technical experts are being introduced to provide opinions from third-party professionals, as well as professional comparisons and identification opinions from industry experts as important references for judicial trials. This not only enhances the objective evaluation of parties during litigation but also improves the efficiency of court case closures.

I. Introduction to the Expert Appraisal Committee

In 2018, the Shenzhen Copyright Society established the Expert Appraisal Committee, which is composed of more than ten experts and scholars from various industries. This committee provides expert appraisal opinions for judicial trials of various copyright cases and administrative law enforcement cases related to copyright. The Expert Appraisal Committee adheres to the principles of fairness, impartiality, objectivity, and independence in its appraisal work. It has already issued expert appraisal opinion letters to various administrative units and some case parties, covering areas such as fine art works, games, fashion design, jewelry design, books, papers, and interior decoration design.

II. Three Major Advantages

Strong Expert Think Tank: It has more than ten elite experts and scholars who have been engaged in design work for over ten years, with high professional standards and a deep understanding of the industry and market.

Broad Appraisal Scope: It covers industries with a high incidence of infringement, such as games, jewelry, animation, fashion, ceramics, graphic design, and industrial design.

High Market Recognition: It is highly trusted by administrative departments in various districts/cities of Shenzhen and has been commissioned multiple times to conduct appraisal services.

Some Entrusting Units for Business:
Futian District People's Court of Shenzhen, Bao'an District People's Court of Shenzhen, Nanshan Supervision Bureau of Shenzhen Market Supervision Administration, Luohu Supervision Bureau of Shenzhen Market Supervision Administration, China (Shenzhen) Intellectual Property Protection Center, Shenzhen Standard Technology Research Institute, Discipline Inspection Commission of Shenzhen Guangming District Committee of the Communist Party of China, and Shenzhen Guangming District Supervision Commission, among others.

III. Expert Appraisal Workflow

IV. Required Materials to be Submitted
(1) Commission by Government Agencies:
Submission of a letter of commission.
Specimens from both the plaintiff and the defendant (with a detailed list of materials).
Identity proof materials for both the plaintiff and the defendant.

(2) Application by the Party:
1、Proof of identity.
1.1. If the applicant is a natural person: Submit a copy of the identity card (or officer's certificate, home return permit, Taiwan compatriot certificate, passport).
If entrusting someone else to handle the application, a power of attorney is also required.

1.2. If the applicant is a legal person:
① Business license of the company;
② If the legal representative is handling the application directly: A certificate proving the legal representative and a copy of their identity card are required.
③ If entrusting someone else to handle the application: A certificate proving the legal representative, a power of attorney (click to download attachment), a copy of the legal representative's identity card (stamped with the company seal), and the trustee's identity card are required.
2.Submission of an application for expert appraisal. (Click to download attachment)
3.Specimens and list from both the plaintiff and the defendant (with a detailed list of materials). (Click to download attachment)

V. Fee Standards
Determined based on the complexity of the subject matter, to be discussed in person.

VI. Processing Time Limit
For simple appraisal subjects: An expert opinion will be issued within 7 working days from the date of acceptance of the application.
For more complex appraisal subjects: An expert opinion will be issued within 15 to 30 working days from the date of acceptance of the application.
Note: Time required due to force majeure, supplementary proof materials, or verification of relevant circumstances is not included in the time limit.

VII. Contact for Processing
Time: Monday to Friday, 9:00-12:00, 14:00-18:00 (excluding public holidays)
Address: Room 603, 6th Floor, Building 6, Shenzhen Bay Technology and Ecology Park, Shaxi West Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen
Contact Person for Consultation: Ms. Wu, 0755-86546257, Email: szcdtj@126.com

Attachment 1: Power of Attorney
Attachment 2: Application for Expert Appraisal
Attachment 3: List of Appraisal Material