Edict Of The Grand Duke Of Tuscany: For The Reform Of Criminal Law In His Dominions (1789)

The book ""Edict Of The Grand Duke Of Tuscany: For The Reform Of Criminal Law In His Dominions"" is a historical document that was published in 1789 in Tuscany. The book contains an edict issued by the Grand Duke of Tuscany, Pietro Leopoldo, which aimed to reform the criminal law in his dominions. The edict was a significant step towards the modernization of the legal system in Tuscany and introduced several reforms that were ahead of their time.The book provides a detailed account of the edict and its provisions. It covers various aspects of the criminal justice system, including the definition of crimes, the role of judges and juries, and the punishment for different offenses. The edict also introduced several new measures, such as the abolition of torture and the establishment of a public prosecutor's office to ensure fair trials.The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of criminal law and justice. It provides a unique insight into the legal system of Tuscany in the late 18th century and the efforts made by the Grand Duke to reform it. The book is written in a clear and concise language, making it accessible to a wide range of readers, including scholars, historians, and legal professionals.This Book Is In English And Italian.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.