trial of Thomas Mitchell (Q43398448)
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Scottish witch trial
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | trial of Thomas Mitchell |
Scottish witch trial |
Statements
April 1677Julian
3 December 1677Julian
12 March 1677Julian
3 December 1677Julian
April 1677Julian
Pretrial notes: Supplication to PC from Robert Douglas on 5/7/1677 to either release suspects or hold trial at public expense. Later supplication from magistrates in Stirling requesting release of prisoners as costing too much to hold them. They were held for 15 weeks. Commission to examine the suspects issued. There is an undated warrant for setting Thomas and Mary Mitchell and other witches at liberty. (English)
July 1677Gregorian
Trial notes: They were examined by the lord commissioners and they found no presumption of guil. The charges were deemed malicious, and they were released. Post trial: no details (English)