Group 1 - Since 2015, over 17,000 cases related to cultural heritage protection have been adjudicated by courts, emphasizing the commitment to high-quality development in cultural heritage protection [1] - The Supreme People's Court and the National Cultural Heritage Administration jointly released five typical cases to enhance public awareness of cultural heritage protection [1] - The case involving Wang and others, who illegally excavated ancient tombs and stole valuable cultural relics, resulted in severe penalties and compensation for archaeological expenses [1] Group 2 - A company conducted construction without approval in a nationally protected cultural heritage area, leading to significant damage to historical features, and was held liable for the costs of demolition [2] - The courts facilitated the successful acquisition of the Changleyuan Anti-Japanese Industrial Heritage site for the establishment of a museum, promoting industrial culture and patriotic education [2] - The courts also ensured the return of a former residence of a national hero, allowing it to be preserved and opened to the public as an educational site [2] Group 3 - The release of these cases underscores the strict enforcement of "protection first" policies and the importance of a unified approach to cultural heritage management [3] - The courts are working to improve management systems for cultural heritage protection and enhance collaboration between administrative enforcement and judicial processes [3] - The National Cultural Heritage Administration aims to strengthen judicial protection of anti-Japanese war sites, promoting the legacy of the war and ensuring effective management and utilization of revolutionary heritage [3]
最高人民法院、国家文物局联合发布文物保护典型案例 让文物更好地“活起来”
Jin Rong Shi Bao·2025-11-21 00:40