2024 New Edition Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China (Amendment XII) – Practical Reference Guide

Stay current with the latest developments in Chinese jurisprudence with this authoritative 2024 edition of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China. This comprehensive volume is specifically updated to include the landmark Amendment XII, making it an indispensable resource for legal practitioners, scholars, and anyone requiring an accurate understanding of the current Chinese penal system. Published by the renowned China Legal Publishing House, this "Practical Edition" is designed for efficiency, clarity, and deep legal insight.

Key Benefits

Latest Legislative Updates:** Contains the full, newly revised text of the Criminal Law, incorporating all changes from Amendment XII (2024) and the 2023 revisions.

Comprehensive Legal Context:** Beyond the core statutes, this guide includes one legislative decision and 13 essential legal interpretations to provide a holistic view of the law’s application.

Guided Case Analysis:** Features a curated selection of guiding cases and judgment summaries issued by the Supreme People's Court and the Supreme People's Procuratorate, helping readers understand how laws are interpreted in real-world courts.

Enhanced Navigation & Research:** Includes detailed article summaries and charge annotations based on judicial interpretations, allowing for rapid location of specific legal provisions.

Comparative Learning Tools:** Comes with a specialized bonus supplement featuring a side-by-side comparison of the original text versus the Amendment XII revisions, highlighting exactly what has changed in the legal landscape.

Expert Annotations:** Utilizes a professional footnote system and multi-dimensional annotations to explain the essence and practical application of complex legal articles.

Key Specs

Publisher:** China Legal Publishing House (CFPH).

Edition:** 2024 New Practical Revised Edition.

Core Content:** PRC Criminal Law, Amendment XII, 13 Judicial Interpretations, and Guiding Case Summaries.

Structure:** Organized into General Provisions (Tasks, Principles, Jurisdiction) and Specific Provisions.

How to Use

To utilize this reference effectively, begin with the Table of Contents to navigate between the General Provisions—covering basic principles like "Legality of Crimes" and "Jurisdiction"—and the Specific Provisions. When researching a specific statute, refer to the "Article Summaries" located at the top of the clauses for a quick overview. Use the included Amendment XII comparison chart to verify if a specific sentencing guideline or definition has been updated recently. For academic or professional filings, consult the "Judgment Summaries" to align arguments with current Supreme Court standards.

Care & Safety

Storage:** Store in a cool, dry place to prevent paper degradation or binding damage.

Light Sensitivity:** Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to prevent the cover and ink from fading.

Handling:** Use a bookmark to preserve the spine; avoid folding page corners to maintain the professional condition of the reference material.

Notes

"Includes guiding case judgment summaries published by the Supreme People's Court and Supreme People's Procuratorate."