Trial T/JO/1883
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/JO/1883 |
|---|---|
| Case | McIllmichall,Donald |
| Accused | Donald McIllmichall |
| Trial Date | 15/11/1677 |
| Trial Place | Tolbooth |
Location
| County | Argyll |
|---|---|
| Burgh | Inverary |
Outcome
| Verdict | Guilty |
|---|---|
| Sentence | Hang |
| Defence | No |
| High Status | No |
| Female Accusers | 0 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers | 0 |
Pre-Trial
| Confronting Suspects | No |
|---|
Notes: Seems to have been charged with stealing a cow but later accusations involved his association with the devil, who he consulted for advice about stolen goods.His confession sounds more like he attended outdoor conventicles.
| Date | Place | Location | Central | Recorded | Text | Retracted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/1677 | — | ✓ | — | — |
Trial Notes
The jury found him guilty of theft and of consulting evil spirits.