The legal system of the People's Republic of China in a nutshell / Daniel C.K. Chow (Frank E. and Virginia H. Bazler Chair in Business Law, The Ohio State University, Michael E. Moritz College of Law).

Author: Chow, Daniel C. K.
Additional Titles: Legal system of the People's Republic of China
Published: Eagan, MN : West Academic Publishing, [2023]
Copyright Date: ©2023
Edition: Fourth edition.
Physical Description: 1 online resource : illustration, map

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Nutshell series

Contents

The history of law in imperial and modern China -- Constitution, state structure, and human rights -- The Communist Party of China -- Legislative authority and legal interpretation -- Courts and procuratorates -- Lawyers and the legal profession -- Procedural law -- Substantive law -- Foreign investment -- Intellectual property.

Summary

"This book begins with a brief overview of the important events of the 20th century that have shaped modern China, and then turns to a systematic analysis of the structure of government, basic human rights and liberties, and the crucial role of the Communist Party. It examines all major legal institutions in China, including the lawmaking organs, courts, procuratorates, police, and the legal profession. It also provides an overview of the major areas of procedural and substantive law in China, with a focus on foreign investment and intellectual property law."--Publisher.

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ISBN

9798887865102 (electronic bk.)
9781642421132 (pbk.)

Other Edition

Revision of: Chow, Daniel C. K. Third edition. St. Paul, MN : West Academic Publishing, [2015]

Bibliography Note

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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