Given the inclusion of some new clauses that expand or restrict the powers of the police, the draft of the Police Law, which has been made public to solicit public opinions, has received extensive attention.

Since the law's enactment on Feb 28, 1995, the country's legal and social environment has undergone enormous changes, and with the authorities committed to advancing the rule of law and public obedience to the law, it has become necessary to amend the Police Law so it meets the needs of the times.

Any improper use of their powers by police officers will undermine people's trust in the police and the law, and cause public misgivings about the use of power. So the expanding or restraining of the powers of the police is of concern to all, thus any revision of the Police Law needs to be open and transparent. Therefore, it marks a significant step forward for the authorities to solicit public opinions on the proposed amendments.