Is it Elite Law’s Professional Pride or the Public’s Prejudice?

• Author: Nan Yunfei

How can the death sentence of this shameless and cruel murderer be suspended? The judge in Tian Chengyou from the Yunan High Court explained, “When we revisit this case ten years later, it shall become a classic.” This explanation certainly reflects the law professionals’ self-confidence in their so-called professional knowledge, but also reveals the pride of these elite law professionals.

It is apparent from the appellate ruling of the Li case that a stay of the execution can be concluded by merely a few words! How can people be convinced in their hearts and minds? Legal professionals, you did not seem rational – and also did not render a lengthy legal opinion like judges in western countries do. Rather, you accused us, the people, for being vexatious. Do you [the public]...