On the evening of July 3, 2025, Zhong Qisheng, a lawyer from our firm, was invited by Zhuofan Law Firm as a keynote speaker to attend their 12th "Young Lawyers Growth Classroom" and delivered a special lecture on the topic of "Criminal Defense under the Plea Leniency System" to the young talents of Zhuofan.
At the beginning of the lecture, lawyer Zhong Qisheng made it clear from the outset that the core of the leniency system for admitting guilt and accepting punishment lies in "ensuring the voluntariness and authenticity of suspects and defendants, effectively preventing the risk of system abuse, and truly realizing the legislative intent of the Criminal Procedure Law and its human rights protection function." This set a rigorous and pragmatic tone for the entire lecture and also represented a profound grasp of the essence of the system.
In the realm of criminal defense, Zhong Qisheng, a lawyer, has garnered significant attention. His profound theoretical foundation and extensive practical experience in criminal defense have allowed him to offer a comprehensive and insightful analysis. He has shared his insights from four key perspectives:1. He has clearly traced the development and legislative background of the leniency system for those who admit to their crimes and accept punishment, elucidating its contemporary value.2. He has candidly examined the practical challenges and difficulties faced in the current operation of the system, such as inadequate legal supply and a lack of criminal law support.3. He has shared core strategies and practical techniques for effective defense in the context of admitting to crimes and accepting punishment, particularly how to focus on key points during interviews at the investigation stage and how to overcome difficulties in sentencing research and precise calculations at the review and prosecution stage.4. Drawing from the "Guiding Opinions on the System of Admitting to Crimes and Accepting Punishment" and relevant provisions of the "Criminal Procedure Law," he has selected highly representative real-life cases, such as the case of Qiu, who resolutely refused to apply, and the case of Zhou, who went back on his words, for in-depth analysis and interactive discussion. This has brought abstract theories to life, greatly enhancing the practicality and enlightenment of the content.
Lawyer Zhong's explanation was simple yet profound, with rigorous logic, perfectly integrating the essence of regulations, the essence of cases, and personal experience in handling cases, presenting a high-density, high-value professional feast for the young lawyers present.
The three-hour lecture sparked deep reflection and lively discussion among the young lawyers. After the lecture, everyone was still eager to ask questions and seek advice from lawyer Zhong on various complex issues that may be encountered in practice. Lawyer Zhong patiently and meticulously answered each question, providing practical and feasible ideas for young lawyers to "break the deadlock" in practice. The atmosphere was lively and applause continued. The participating lawyers expressed their deep inspiration and great benefit, and sincerely thanked lawyer Zhong for his wonderful sharing.
On the afternoon of September 25, 2019, Zhong Qisheng, a lawyer from He Bang Law Firm, was invited to deliver a lecture at Zhuo Fan's "Young Lawyers Growth Classroom". This event not only showcased the exceptional professional expertise and industry leadership of He Bang Law Firm's lawyers in the field of criminal defense but also exemplified the firm's commitment to fulfilling its industry responsibilities and supporting the professional growth of fellow lawyers, particularly young lawyers. Moving forward, He Bang Law Firm will continue to support outstanding lawyers in participating in industry exchanges and knowledge sharing, collaboratively advancing the professional development of the legal profession community.
