Advanced Introduction to Chinese Law

Elgar Advanced Introductions are stimulating and thoughtful introductions to major fields in the social sciences, business and law, expertly written by the world’s leading scholars. Designed to be accessible yet rigorous, they offer concise and lucid surveys of the substantive and policy issues associated with discrete subject areas.

This Advanced Introduction provides an essential overview of the Chinese legal system, situating its institutions within the wider political framework. By examining the motivations and roles of key actors such as the police, prosecutors and judges, Donald Clarke presents crucial insights into current events.

Key Features:

• Highlights the influence of rank within the Chinese legal and political system
• Details various sources of law and their differing degrees of binding authority
• Explores foundational fields including administrative, criminal, tort and land law
• Illustrates how political and stability concerns can take precedence over law in Chinese court rulings
• Evaluates the distinct internal logic of Chinese law and its social and political function

The Advanced Introduction to Chinese Law is highly beneficial for legal scholars and students interested in Chinese law and authoritarian legality. It is also relevant to those in numerous fields of modern China studies - including economics, political science and sociology - looking to deepen their understanding of the Chinese legal system.