最高法：更大力度打击治理电信网络诈骗犯罪

Core Viewpoint - The Supreme People's Court is intensifying efforts to combat telecom and online fraud, with a focus on key areas and challenges, aiming for more effective measures in the judicial process [1][2] Group 1: Judicial Actions and Statistics - From 2021 to 2025, over 159,000 telecom fraud cases are expected to be concluded in first-instance trials, with more than 338,000 defendants sentenced [1] - In 2023, the number of concluded cases and sentenced individuals increased by 48.4% and 38.6% year-on-year, respectively; in 2024, the increases are projected to be 29.4% and 26.7%; and in 2025, the growth rates are expected to slow to 1.2% and 4.5% [1] Group 2: Future Strategies - The court plans to enhance the crackdown on telecom fraud and related crimes, focusing on severe penalties for organized, professional, and cross-border criminal activities [1][2] - There will be an emphasis on recovering stolen assets and compensating victims, utilizing a leniency system to encourage defendants to return stolen funds [2] - The strategy includes targeting key figures in criminal organizations, such as leaders and core members, as well as those involved in violent crimes and money laundering through virtual currencies and underground banks [2]