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China Proposes New Investigative Powers for Anti-Corruption Agencies

Published: Sep. 20, 2024 8:14 p.m. GMT+8

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The new draft amendment is the first to China’s six-year-old Supervision Law, which outlines supervisory authorities’ responsibilities, as well as the procedures they should follow when conducting investigations. Photo: VCG

China is seeking to bolster the power of its anti-corruption agencies in a draft amendment to its sweeping supervisory law, which includes proposals such as new investigation methods and extending the maximum detention period.

The revisions to the Supervision Law released by the National People’s Congress earlier this month introduce “compulsory appearance” when investigating individuals suspected of “serious duty-related violations or crimes.” It adds to the powers stipulated in current legislation that allows supervisory bodies to request people being investigated give statements regarding suspected crimes.

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China plans to strengthen its anti-corruption agencies by amending the Supervision Law, introducing compulsory appearance and extending detention periods.
The draft amendment allows up to 14 months of detention for serious duty-related crimes and includes flexible measures like "release pending investigation" for special cases.
Legal experts highlight the need for a balance between supervisory powers and individual rights, noting that lawyers are not permitted to intervene during investigations.

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