China’s judicial authorities have demonstrated significant commitment to social welfare through extensive financial assistance programs for vulnerable citizens involved in legal proceedings. Between 2023 and 2025, Chinese courts provided comprehensive judicial aid to 128,600 individuals across 90,400 separate cases, according to official statistics released by the Supreme People’s Court.
Wang Zhenyu, head of the State Compensation Division at China’s top judicial body, disclosed at a Friday press conference that the total allocation for judicial assistance during this three-year period surpassed 2.56 billion yuan (approximately $369 million). This substantial financial support has played a crucial role in alleviating economic hardships for numerous families navigating the legal system.
The initiative represents a fundamental component of China’s socialist judicial framework, specifically designed to support litigants experiencing severe financial distress. The program particularly prioritizes assistance for society’s most vulnerable members, including minors, elderly citizens, and individuals with severe disabilities. Official data reveals that courts nationwide provided support to 107,700 people from these demographic groups over the three-year timeframe.
Wang cited a poignant example from Sichuan province where six children, left without their primary caregiver after their father was murdered, received crucial judicial aid delivered across 2,000 kilometers. This intervention provided not only financial relief but also renewed hope for the children’s future.
Beyond financial distributions, judicial authorities are implementing innovative measures to enhance support mechanisms. These include establishing expedited channels for emergency medical treatment of criminal case victims, providing psychological counseling for those experiencing severe trauma, and facilitating social assistance for victims with mobility challenges. These comprehensive approaches significantly amplify the positive impact of judicial assistance programs throughout China’s legal system.