Routledge China's Death Penalty: History, Law and Practice 02

Explore the complexities of capital punishment in China with this scholarly work from the Routledge Advances in Criminology series. As a global leader in the number of legal executions, China offers a unique environment for studying the intersection of law, history, and social change. This book provides a detailed examination of how the death penalty functions within China's shifting socio-political landscape. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the substantive and procedural laws that govern capital punishment. By looking at the historical context and comparing different eras, this text offers a comprehensive view of how political and economic transformations influence legal practices. This book is an essential resource for students, legal professionals, and researchers interested in international law and the evolution of criminal justice systems in Asia.