The West Kowloon Magistrates' Courts on Tuesday adjourned the national security case against a 71-year-old former vice-convener of the Civil Human Rights Front to February 23, allowing time for prosecutors to prepare documents for transfer to the District Court.

The defendant, political commentator Wong On-yin, who appeared without legal representation and described himself as retired, faces charges of hindering an investigation that endangers national security and knowingly publishing seditious materials. 

Prosecutors allege that on December 3, 2025, Wong disclosed details of a police inquiry related to a Tai Po fire on YouTube, despite knowing or suspecting it involved national security offenses and without lawful excuse, potentially obstructing the probe.

Additionally, between January 3 and December 6, 2025, he is accused of releasing statements, photos, images, or videos on the platform intended to incite hatred or contempt toward China's fundamental system under its constitution, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region's constitutional order, or its executive, legislative, and judicial bodies. 

The content allegedly encouraged rebellion against them, urged unlawful changes to matters set by central authorities for the region, or incited disobedience to local laws or orders.

The case was heard at West Kowloon Magistrates' Court before national security judge and chief magistrate Victor So Wai-tak, who approved the adjournment and denied Wong's self-application for bail, ordering him to be remanded in custody pending the next hearing.