Jps Flashcards
Who were the justices of peace
members local nobility and gentry
When were jps appointed
annualy
What could Jps do
hear and decide cases of felony and trespass
How many times did Jps have to attend sessions
four times a year
What oppurtunity did Jps bring
influence local affairs
What was the qualification to be a JP
ownership of land worth £20 a year
Why were some Jps appointed
lawyers
Who started the extensions of the roles of JPs
henry 7
Which trusted member did H7 appoint
thomas lovell Jp yorkshire and sussex
What did the act of parliment 1495 do
allow JPs act on information received about suspects wihtout waiting for a jury to be summoned
At the beginning of H8 reign how many members were there
20-35
What did wolsey do to improve JPs
1526 summoned hear speech fill 21 section questionnaire on law and order in their regions
How did Jps enforce edwards religious changed
1549 prosecute those responsible for theft of parish goods
what were Jps ordered to do in 1552
enforce second prayer book
How many members were there in eliz reign
40-50
