Governance, Social Control and Legal Reform in China

Focusing on the administration of community sentences and early release options in China, this study offers empirical insights into the country's penal system. Chen examines how criminal courts navigate the choice between imprisonment and community sentences, supported by interviews with various supervisors. The book discusses the enforcement of community sanctions and critiques the limitations of China's disciplinary governance model, advocating for the rule of law and a more active judiciary to enhance legitimacy and social stability. It appeals to scholars in criminology, law, and penology.