First instance cases:

1. When the People’s Court applies simplified procedures to hear cases, it shall be concluded within three months from the date of filing the case;

2. Cases tried by the People's Court applying ordinary procedures shall be concluded within six months from the date of filing the case. If there are special circumstances that require an extension, it can be extended for six months with the approval of the president of the court; if an extension is still needed, it must be submitted to the superior people's court for approval.

3. Legal basis: Articles 149 and 161 of the Civil Procedure Law

Second and second instance cases:

1. The people's court hearing an appeal case against a judgment shall conclude the case within three months from the date of filing of the second instance case. If there are special circumstances that require an extension, it shall be approved by the president of the hospital.

2. When hearing an appeal against a ruling, the People's Court shall make a final ruling within thirty days from the date of filing of the second instance case.

3. Legal basis: "Civil Procedure Law" (2012 amendment) Article 176