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Familyism in Ancient Chinese Criminal Law

Mengru ZhangShandong Normal University*

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Abstract

Ancient China adhered to the principle of "family-state congruence" in governance, with familyism playing a significant role in maintaining feudal rule. As ancient Chinese law, particularly criminal law, developed, it gradually integrated with familyism, becoming a distinctive feature of the Chinese legal system. By studying the reasons and manifestations of the fusion of familyism and criminal law, insights can be gained to support modern legal governance.

Keywords: family; familyism; kin-based offenses; legal Confucianization
Published: November 28, 2023
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/17/20230878
Volume: CHR Vol.17
pp. 126-133
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