This book studies the judicial evolution of the Qing Dynasty. It sums up the changes from six major aspects:1. Banfang(班房)emerged in the late Qianlong period; 2. The opening of capital appeals(京控)early in Jiaqing’s reign; 3. The consular jurisdiction was established during Daoguang’s reign; 4. The execution on the spot (就地正法)was started in Daoguang and Xianfeng periods; 5. The introduction of fashenju (发审局,a interrogatory court) happened during Tongzhi’s reign; 6. Late in Guangxu’s reign, banishment was abolished, and reforms were made for...
This book studies the judicial evolution of the Qing Dynasty. It sums up the changes from six major aspects:1. Banfang(班房)emerged in the late ...