Witness to Modern Public Security History: Hsing Tai-chao on Reducing Crime through Administrative Management

Hsing Tai-chao, who stepped down as Prosecutor General in May, reflected on his career witnessing the evolution of crime in Taiwan, from political corruption to modern cyber fraud. Hsing argues that the law must evolve with the times and emphasizes the need for risk management in areas prone to illicit profit. He criticized the trend of 'over-criminalization,' where social issues are immediately addressed through criminal penalties, leading to overburdened prosecutors and an unhealthy society. He suggested that stronger administrative oversight could significantly reduce the number of criminal cases. Furthermore, he discussed his decision to file an extraordinary appeal in the Liu Chih-ming robbery-murder case, arguing that the judiciary must balance the rights of the accused with the rights of victims and the public interest.