检察公益诉讼法草案初审 明确检察公益诉讼案件领域

Core Points - The draft of the Public Interest Litigation Law has been submitted for initial review, clarifying the scope of public interest litigation cases handled by the procuratorate [1] - The law aims to summarize ten years of mature practices and innovations in public interest litigation, enhancing the effectiveness and development of this judicial system [1] Group 1: Legislative Framework - The draft consists of six chapters, including general principles, jurisdiction, investigation, litigation initiation, trial, execution, and supplementary provisions, totaling 53 articles [1] - It specifies 14 existing fields for public interest litigation and adds two new areas: cultural heritage protection and national defense and military interests [1] Group 2: Investigative Procedures - The draft rationalizes the powers of the procuratorate in handling public interest litigation, prohibiting coercive measures such as personal freedom restrictions or asset seizures [2] - It establishes obligations for cooperation from investigated entities and individuals, along with legal responsibilities for obstructing investigations [2] Group 3: Pre-Litigation Procedures - The draft outlines procedures for the procuratorate to issue opinions and for administrative agencies to respond and rectify issues [2] - It allows the procuratorate to initiate civil public interest litigation when other relevant agencies fail to act in cases related to ecological damage and resource protection [2]