Reform of the Criminal Code

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  • Created on: 17-04-14 11:03
What was the nickname of the criminal code?
Bloody code
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In 1815, how many crimes were punishable by death?
225
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Who put pressure on Peel to change this?
MP Sam Romilly and his lawyer
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When did Peel first abolish the death penalty for half of capital crimes?
1823
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By 1861, how many crimes were punishable by death?
5
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When did public execution end?
1868
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