Over the past four decades, juvenile justice has shifted from specialized criminal prosecution to a comprehensive system combining punishment, education, victim protection and social governance.
September 22, 2026Over the past 40 years, China's approach to juvenile justice has expanded beyond criminal prosecution to encompass civil, administrative and public interest law.
September 22, 2026Ying Yong, Prosecutor General of the SPP, delivered a lecture on the rule of law at Beijing No 4 High School on Sept 9, ahead of the nation's 42nd Teachers' Day.
September 9, 2026From Aug 27 to 28, Shi Weizhong, Deputy Prosecutor General of the SPP, led a delegation to Chongqing municipality to conduct a survey on juvenile procuratorial work.
August 29, 2026China has introduced stricter and clearer rules for handling serious crimes committed by younger offenders, as part of broader efforts to curb violent crime while safeguarding the rights of juveniles.
August 3, 2026Chinese procuratorates have strengthened efforts in juvenile crime prevention and the protection of minors' rights, with the number of juvenile crime cases reviewed for prosecution continuing to decline in the first half of 2026, according to the SPP.
July 16, 2026The SPC and the SPP vowed on Thursday, ahead of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, to intensify punishment for drug crimes involving minors, including cases whereby offenders instigate, lure or deceive minors into drug use or trafficking, as well as crimes that target minors.
June 26, 2026China has developed a comprehensive juvenile procuratorial system over the past 40 years, integrating punishment, rehabilitation, victim support and crime prevention, the SPP said.
June 24, 2026