Crime, punishment, and law enforcement in the later middle ages. Flashcards
Who became king in 1154?
Henry II
what was the Assize of Clarendon and when did it happen?
- This reorganised the courts and set up prisons for those accused of crimes and waiting for trial.
What was the role of the Justices in Eyre?
They had to visit each county twice a year to hear the most serious criminal cases.
What was the law enforcement?
Hue and cry was still maintained but only the ward would catch the criminal.
1194- Coroners were introduced to deal with suspicious deaths.
1194-King Richard appointed knights as peacekeepers in difficult areas.
1327-Edward III extended this to all areas.
1361-Known as JPs (justices of the peace) and met 4 times a year. `
What were the new crimes (new laws)?
Statute of labourers 1351- Introduced a maximum wage for workers. Illegal to move to other areas for better work.
Heresy- Challenging the established religion (Catholicism).
1401-Burning at stake for heresy.
1414-JPs could arrest suspected heretics.