实行治安违法记录封存制度 减少和避免“一次受罚、终身受限”

Group 1 - The revised Public Security Administration Punishment Law will take effect on January 1, 2026, with significant public interest in Article 136 regarding the sealing of administrative violation records [1][2] - The law aims to reduce the lifelong limitations imposed by a single punishment, providing a framework for sealing minor criminal records in the future [2] - The legislative process included public consultations and revisions based on feedback, leading to the finalization of Article 136 [2] Group 2 - The sealing of administrative violation records is a measure for managing information rather than a punitive action, aimed at preventing lifelong consequences from a single offense [6] - Sealed records will not be publicly accessible, with exceptions for specific state agencies and authorized entities for investigative purposes [6] - The relationship between the Public Security Administration Punishment Law and the Criminal Law is clarified, emphasizing that criminal acts must be prosecuted under criminal law, while non-criminal violations are subject to administrative penalties [7] Group 3 - Drug-related offenses are classified as administrative violations rather than criminal acts, and the sealing of such records is included under Article 136 [9] - The state maintains a strict stance against drug-related crimes, with severe penalties outlined in the Criminal Law, while focusing on rehabilitation for drug users [8][9] - Information regarding drug users is subject to strict confidentiality, ensuring that personal data is protected and not disclosed without proper authorization [10]