Medieval Women's Rights

The legal status and protection of underage brides in aristocratic medieval China

1. The Case of Wei Jia'niang's Marriage at 14

2. Jurisdiction: Tang Dynasty China (circa 688 CE)
3. Original Case: 同中书门下三品韦待价孙女韦嘉娘14岁出嫁范阳卢处士案
4. VictimsWei Jia'niangDefendantsWei DaijiaJudgesEmpress Wu ZetianInstitutionsCourt of Judicature and Revision (Dali Si)
5. Case Tags: Tang Marriage Law;Parental Liability in Marriage;Wei Daijia Scandal;Medieval Women's Rights