The Trial of Janet Boyd (Q43404688)
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Scottish witch trial
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | The Trial of Janet Boyd |
Scottish witch trial |
Statements
1 June 1628Julian
30 October 1628Gregorian
13 January 1629Gregorian
Pretrial notes: The Privy Council ratified a commission previously granted by the Earl of Monteith. He did not have the authority to grant the commission. They were not sure whether she had already been tried, so they requested and received a new commission just in case. Confessed to the provost and bailies of Dumbarton. In the second commission the PC commended the Sheriff for acting out of a sense of justice. (English)
Post trial: It states that her trial and execution were deemed legal after the fact on 13/1/1629. (English)