1. Influence of Legalists: After the unification of China, Qin Shihuang adopted some core principles of Legalists, especially the idea of a country ruled by law. Legalists emphasize the formulation of clear laws and penalties to ensure social order and political stability. This has led to the systematization and standardization of the law.
2. Unification of laws: Qin Shihuang promulgated a unified code, called Qin Law or Decree, which stipulated various charges and penalties and made detailed provisions on criminal acts. The promulgation of the code unified the national criminal law standards and ensured a fair and consistent legal system.
3. Strict penalty system: The legal system of the Qin Dynasty adopted a strict penalty system, including torture, flogging, beheading, exile and other penalty measures. In order to deter potential criminals and maintain social order, criminals are often severely punished.
4. Attach importance to military law: As the Qin Dynasty was a military power, military discipline and military law were also emphasized in the law. The internal discipline of the army is very strict, and those who violate the military law will be severely punished.
5. Popularization of the concept of the rule of law: After the reunification of China, Qin Shihuang vigorously promoted legal education and publicity to ensure that the people knew the laws of the country and abided by them. He set up official institutions all over the country to interpret and enforce laws.
6. Stability of law: Qin Shihuang unified China's legal system and made it relatively stable throughout the Qin Dynasty. This contributed to social stability and unity, but it also caused dissatisfaction and disgust because of its severity. Later, it was reformed in the Han Dynasty.
Generally speaking, the legal system of the Qin Dynasty is famous for its emphasis on the rule of law, the unity of the legal system and severe punishment. These legal features left a far-reaching influence in the history of China, and influenced the legal development and political system later.