Legal basis: People's Republic of China (PRC) Criminal Law.
Article 52 When imposing a fine, the amount of the fine shall be determined according to the circumstances of the crime.
Article 53 A fine shall be paid in one lump sum or in installments within the time limit specified in the judgment. If it is not paid at the expiration of the period, it will be compulsory. If the fine cannot be paid in full, the people's court shall recover it at any time if it finds that the person subjected to execution has executable property. If it is really difficult to pay due to irresistible disasters, it may be reduced or exempted as appropriate.