Martyrdom and Integrity in Office

Stories of upright officials who risked their lives to uphold justice against powerful interests.

1. Dong Xuan Kills the Slave of Princess Huyang

2. Jurisdiction: China (Eastern Han Dynasty) (Around 43 AD)
3. Original Case: 董宣杀湖阳公主家奴案
4. VictimsUnnamed slave of Princess HuyangDefendantsDong XuanPlaintiffsPrincess HuyangJudgesEmperor Guangwu of HanInstitutionsLuoyang County Government
5. Case Tags: Judicial Independence in Ancient China;Capital Offense by Slave;Conflict Between Law and Royal Prerogative;Martyrdom and Integrity in Office