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This note examines the effectiveness and implications of China's Social Credit System as a strategy for crime prevention.

April 17, 2026Open Access

Can Credit Deter Crime? A New Model of Crime Prevention Demonstrated by China’s Social Credit System

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A note demonstrates crime prevention potential in China’s population, highlighting implications for society.

This note examines the effectiveness and implications of China's Social Credit System as a strategy for crime prevention.
Analysis of publicly available documents and existing scholarship
Examination of the appeal and alienation associated with the Social Credit System
Exploration of risk profiles constructed through data integration
The Social Credit System shows significant deterrent effects on crime
It aims to eliminate the capacity to offend before intent manifests
Concerns arise regarding citizens as subjects of ongoing risk evaluation and potential permanent exclusion

Lu SUN (2026) studied this question.

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