Law enforcement in early modern England (Edexcel GCSE History): Flashcards
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What period does early modern England cover?
What period does early modern England cover?
c1500-c1700
What caused new law enforcement challenges in early modern England?
What caused new law enforcement challenges in early modern England?
Population growth in towns/cities
Hue and cry definition
Hue and cry definition
Ancient practice requiring men to pursue & capture criminals
National police force in early modern England?
National police force in early modern England?
None - law enforcement remained local
What was the original benefit of clergy privilege?
What was the original benefit of clergy privilege?
Clergy tried in Church courts, not secular courts
Henry VII's benefit of clergy reform
Henry VII's benefit of clergy reform
Introduced branding system
Edward VI's benefit of clergy reform
Edward VI's benefit of clergy reform
Exempted serious crimes like murder
Sanctuary definition
Sanctuary definition
Right to claim protection in holy places
Henry VIII's sanctuary reform
Henry VIII's sanctuary reform
Stopped exile abroad; had to stay in England
When was sanctuary completely abolished?
When was sanctuary completely abolished?
1623 by James I
What was the role of town watchmen?
What was the role of town watchmen?
Patrolling town streets at night
Were town watchmen paid?
Were town watchmen paid?
No - unpaid volunteers
What hours did watchmen patrol?
What hours did watchmen patrol?
10pm to dawn
Were town constables paid?
Were town constables paid?
Yes - employed by town authorities
What was constables' key power?
What was constables' key power?
Authority to arrest suspects