Author(s)

Zezheng Liu

Corresponding Author

Zezheng Liu

Abstract

The rapid development of autonomous driving technology has revolutionized traditional transportation while continuously challenging the conventional criminal liability allocation framework. This article focuses on the core dilemma of distributing criminal liability in accidents involving autonomous vehicles. Research reveals severe challenges in addressing this issue, manifested in the following aspects. To ensure effective implementation, the following recommendations are proposed: Legislative revisions: Amend the Criminal Law and Road Traffic Safety Law to enact practical regulations tailored to specific scenarios. Procedural adjustments. This study aims to provide new theoretical foundations and perspectives for criminal liability allocation in autonomous vehicle accidents, contributing to the harmonious advancement of AI innovation, technological progress, and societal safety.

Keywords

Autonomous Vehicles; Traffic Accidents; Criminal Liability; Liability Allocation; Negligence Liability; Product Liability; Algorithmic Explainability; Duty of Care; Causality; Legal Regulation