trial of Janet Kennedy (Q43397538)
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Scottish witch trial
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | trial of Janet Kennedy |
Scottish witch trial |
Statements
Pretrial notes: Kirk session found several scandalous and horrid things and although they tried to get evidence could not get things sufficiently proven. They referred case to presbytery, who advised consulting the King's advocate and the General Assembly. Held in prison for 1 year and eventually released but banished. (English)
Trial notes: There does not appear to have been any trial as such but after 1 year she was to be released from prison, and kirk session recommended that she was to be banished and put out of town. (English)