Zhang Shiming Bücher

The book examines the judicial evolution of the Qing Dynasty, highlighting six key changes. It discusses the emergence of Banfang in the late Qianlong period, the introduction of capital appeals during Jiaqing's reign, and the establishment of consular jurisdiction under Daoguang. Additionally, it covers the implementation of on-the-spot executions in the Daoguang and Xianfeng periods, the introduction of the interrogatory court during Tongzhi's reign, and the abolition of banishment along with prison reforms late in Guangxu's reign.