Search Queensland, Criminal Depositions 1861-1885
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Queensland was declared a separate colony from New South Wales in 1859, and its judicial system was still in its formative stages during the subsequent decades. Criminal depositions—official records of witness statements and evidence collected during legal proceedings—played a crucial role in the administration of justice during this period. These records provide a window into the types of crimes prevalent at the time, including theft, assault, and murder, as well as the colonial society's evolving attitudes toward law enforcement and legal processes.
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