Trial Flashcards
1
Q
What trial was introduced by the Normans?
A
Trial by combat- A duel was drawn between both parties usually fought over money or land
1
Q
What trials did the anglo saxons use?
A
Local courts and trial by ordeal
2
Q
What was the benefit of the clergy?
A
Only the Church was allowed to punish them, and the Church did not execute people. This was known as the benefit of clergy. As a result, some criminals tried to claim that they were priests in order to avoid the death penalty.
3
Q
Which trial did the pope ban in 1215?
A
Trial by ordeal- Where the accused was subjected to painful tests
