Verdict of a Chongqing Citizen in the Time of Bo Xilai
An online debate between Mao-supporting “leftists” and reform-minded “rightists” and two satirical images of Mao Zedong landed Gao Yingpu a 3-year sentence for inciting subversion. The Chongqing resident was sentenced in 2010, during the reign of Chongqing Party Secretary Bo Xilai. Gao’s early release this year—following Bo’s downfall in 2012—is a reminder of the political nature of the case that is highlighted in Gao’s criminal court verdict. PHOTO Tiananmem |
China Plots National Verdict Database
PHOTO Supreme People’s Court meeting on judicial openness in Liuzhou, Guangxi, May 8, 2013. Credit: Gmw.cn. |
Calls to make court verdicts publicly accessible online have been around almost as long as the Internet in China. Plans for a national verdict database signal an opportunity for greater transparency, especially if all verdicts are included. Advocates say publishing verdicts online will yield higher-quality judgements, facilitate appeals, and curb judicial corruption.
How Many More Sacrifices until Rule of Law Reigns?
Zhao Yanjin, a Hebei woman, was acquitted of a murder charge after having spent 10 years in police custody. Two Zhejiang men had their rape convictions reversed after over 10 years in prison. Five men were acquitted of charges related to a bombing in Fujian after 12 years in custody. While Zhao’s husband commented sacrifice is necessary to promote rule of law, a commentary posted on a major news portal rejects this, asserting that these sacrifices are a shame to the criminal justice system. PHOTO Zhao Yanji (right) and husband read her acquittal verdict at home. Credit: dfdaily.com.cn |
2012 Annual Report Published
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Featured Video: Reforming China’s Juvenile Justice System
KTSF26 highlights Dui Hua’s effort in reforming China’s Juvenile Justice System. A translation of the broadcast can be read here.
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