Those who buy trafficked kids to be punished

All parties involved in human trafficking in China, including those who buy abducted children, face tougher punishments in the ninth draft amendment to the Criminal Law submitted to the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on Wednesday. At present, those who buy children will likely be exempt from punishment if they did not abuse the children or attempt to deter rescue efforts. But under the revised provisions, they would not be able to claim immunity from punishment. Comments:

Admittedly, holding the buyers of children criminally liable is unlikely to put an end to the abductions of children, which are the result of various reasons. But it is highly possible that the change to the law may deter some. Should the penalties have an effect, legislators should spare no efforts in trying to end the abducting and trafficking of children for good.

people.com.cn, June 23