Draft Amendment to Criminal Procedure Law

Draft amendment seeks to strengthen protection of rights in criminal proceedings
November 03, 2026
The rights of participants in judicial procedures in China — including victims, suspects, defendants, and lawyers — are set to receive enhanced protection under a draft revision currently being reviewed by lawmakers.
China mulls amendments to Criminal Procedure Law to better protect rights
November 03, 2026
The top legislature on Monday began deliberating a draft amendment to the Criminal Procedure Law aimed at better punishing crimes while further protecting the rights of participants in criminal proceedings.