Life Imprisonment in Asia

"Life Imprisonment in Asia" is a comprehensive academic book that addresses the issue of life sentences in various Asian jurisdictions. It offers a systematic analysis of a previously under-researched topic and brings together thirteen new essays that discuss the legal frameworks and practical implementation of life sentences. The authors examine the challenges associated with the imposition and enforcement of life sentences, particularly focusing on the relationship between life sentences and the death penalty, as well as the treatment of prisoners serving life sentences. A central concern of the book is the question of the potential release of life-sentenced individuals and the associated procedures. The editors place the complex realities of life imprisonment in Asia within a global context and advocate for necessary reforms to ensure that prison conditions meet international human rights standards. This book is aimed at anyone interested in just punishments for serious offenses and serves as a valuable resource for lawyers, criminologists, policymakers, and criminal justice reformers.