May I see the criminal case file?

Legal analysis: the case materials of criminal cases are divided into two categories, one is litigation documents and technical appraisal materials, and the other is all case materials. These two categories are included. The reason for this classification is that they enjoy different rights in the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Law.

Legal basis: Article 40 of the Criminal Procedure Law of People's Republic of China (PRC). From the date when the people's procuratorate examines and files the case, the defense lawyer may consult, extract and copy the case file. Other defenders may also consult, extract and copy the above materials with the permission of the people's court or the people's procuratorate.