Key dates and events in crime and punishment Flashcards
Key dates and events in crime and punishment
What event happened in 1086?
Domesday book record taxes- A survey that William conducted. It aimed to find out how much was owned by each landholder, and whether they could pay more tax
What event happened in 1146?
The Constitutions of Clarendon- 16 articles issued by Henry II. The aim of these laws was to limit the power of the Church and increase the King’s influence over the bishop.
What event happened in 1165?
The Assize of Clarendon- A set of instructions for the King’s judges. It required grand juries to name suspected criminals so that the sheriff could have them brought in for trial before the royal judges
What event happened in 1195?
Knights appointed as constables
What event happened in 1351?
The statue of labourers banned peasants from looking for anew jobs
What event happened in 1361?
Justices of the peace act allowed to hear minor cases