未成年人涉“事”，不再是“小事”

Group 1 - The new revised "Public Security Administration Punishment Law of the People's Republic of China" will take effect on January 1, 2026, introducing significant adjustments to the governance of juvenile offenses, particularly addressing school bullying and coercion of minors into compensated activities [1] - The new regulations eliminate the "zero-cost" perception of juvenile offenses, imposing detention for minors aged 14-16 who commit two offenses within a year or for those aged 14-18 who commit a serious first offense [1][4] - The law emphasizes the importance of corrective education measures for minors who do not comply with administrative detention, aiming to prevent a "one-time punishment" approach [1] Group 2 - The new law establishes a "zero tolerance" policy for school bullying, granting police direct intervention rights and enhancing collaboration between schools and law enforcement [4] - Acts of bullying, such as assault, insult, and intimidation, are classified as violations of public security management, with penalties and corrective education measures enforced by police [4] - Schools are held accountable for failing to report or address bullying incidents, with responsible personnel facing repercussions [4] Group 3 - The law imposes strict penalties for organizing or coercing minors into inappropriate paid activities, with detention ranging from 10 to 15 days and fines up to 5,000 yuan for serious offenses [6] - Lesser offenses may result in detention of up to 5 days or fines below 5,000 yuan [6] Group 4 - The law introduces more compassionate enforcement procedures, allowing suitable adults to be present during inquiries if guardians are unavailable [8] - Minors and their guardians have the right to request a hearing if detention is likely, ensuring the protection of their legal rights [8] Group 5 - The law emphasizes that youth should not use their age as an excuse for misconduct, reinforcing the idea that legal boundaries exist and must be respected [10] - It encourages schools and families to work together in legal education, fostering a culture of legal awareness among youth [10]