StGB 1871 – Germany’s Stride towards a Centralized Jurisprudence

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The Strafgesetzbuch (StGB) of 1871 is a pivotal moment in the evolution of German law, as it unified the country's criminal code and shaped the country's criminal jurisprudence. Prior to 1871, Germany was a collection of independent states with varying legal traditions. The StGB brought a unified approach, clarity to legal principles, and modernized sentencing guidelines. Despite being over a century old, the StGB's commitment to fairness, consistency, and legal clarity remains relevant in modern times, providing a stable and just anchor for Germany's legal system.