关于“吸毒记录封存”等问题，全国人大常委会法工委回应！

Group 1 - The revised Public Security Administration Punishment Law will take effect on January 1, 2026, with significant attention on Article 136 regarding the sealing of administrative violation records [1][3] - The legislative process involved multiple readings and public consultations, with the final version emphasizing the sealing of records for minors and aiming to prevent lifelong penalties for minor offenses [2][3] Group 2 - Article 136 establishes that sealing of records is a measure for managing information on administrative violations, not a form of punishment, and aims to prevent individuals from facing lifelong restrictions due to a single offense [5][11] - The law specifies that sealed records cannot be disclosed to any individual or organization, with exceptions for certain state agencies and requires confidentiality for those who access the sealed records [5][11] Group 3 - The relationship between the Public Security Administration Punishment Law and the Criminal Law is clarified, stating that behaviors constituting crimes must be prosecuted under Criminal Law, while non-criminal violations are subject to administrative penalties [6][7] - Specific behaviors, such as drug use, are categorized as administrative violations rather than crimes, and the law maintains a strong stance against drug-related crimes while focusing on rehabilitation for users [8][9] Group 4 - The state’s approach to drug use emphasizes rehabilitation over punishment, with various measures in place to support individuals in overcoming addiction, including voluntary and community rehabilitation programs [9][10] - Confidentiality of information regarding drug users and rehabilitation efforts is maintained, ensuring that personal data is protected and not publicly disclosed [10][11]