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Act Amending the Code of Criminal Procedure and Related Laws for ICT Advances Promulgated

情報通信技術の進展等に対応するための刑事訴訟法等の一部を改正する法律

Published: 2025-05-23 · Source: e-Gov Law Search — Updated Laws · Stage: Promulgated · Area: Other · Impact (preliminary): Medium · First detected by this dashboard: 2026-08-06

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AI summary

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Summary

This item concerns an amending act titled (in English) the Act to Partially Amend the Code of Criminal Procedure and Related Laws to Respond to Advances in Information and Communications Technology (Reiwa 7 Act No. 39), with a promulgation date listed as 2025-05-23. According to the metadata it affects the Act on Criminal Trials with the Participation of Saiban-in (lay judges) (Heisei 16 Act No. 63). The metadata is drawn from an e-Gov Law Search law-update listing.

Business Impact

Organizations involved in criminal proceedings or handling of related information and communications technology may need to consider whether the amendments affect their processes.

Recommended Action

Review the official Japanese source on e-Gov Law Search to confirm the scope, effective dates, and specific provisions of the amendment.