Violation of Imperial Decree

Case of Zhang Ao, Bailiuting Chief of Yunyang, Assaulting and Insulting a Royal Scepter Holder
  1. Case of Zhang Ao, Bailiuting Chief of Yunyang, Assaulting and Insulting a Royal Scepter Holder
  2. Jurisdiction: Han Dynasty China (Western Han Dynasty, likely during the reign of Emperor Cheng (circa 32-7 BCE))
  3. Original Case: 云阳白水亭长张熬殴辱王杖主案
  4. Key Figures: Zhang Ao (Bailiuting Chief), Wang Zhangzhu (Royal Scepter Holder, an elderly man)
  5. Case Tags: Elder Abuse;Official Misconduct;Violation of Imperial Decree;Aggravated Assault