Trial T/LA/1142
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/LA/1142 |
|---|---|
| Case | McGown,Janet |
| Accused | Janet McGown |
| Trial Date | 2/4/1659 |
| Trial Place | Tolbooth |
Location
| County | Dumfries |
|---|---|
| Burgh | Dumfries |
Outcome
| Verdict | Guilty |
|---|---|
| Sentence | Execution |
| Defence | No |
| High Status | No |
| Female Accusers | 14 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers | 11 |
Executed
Method: Strangle & Burn
Method: Strangle & Burn
Pre-Trial
| Confronting Suspects | No |
|---|
Notes: The Provost of Kircudbright testified against her. She was investigated before the Kirk Session and the JPs on 4/5/1658.
| Name | Mention Type | Trial Of | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonet Miller | T/LA/1122 | 9/4/1658 |
| Name | Title | Involvement | Witch Pricker |
|---|---|---|---|
| John MacKartny | Chancellor | — |
Trial Notes
on 31/3/1659 witnesses were summond to appear at her trial. She plead not guilty.
Post-Trial Notes
between 2-4 in the ordinary place, sentenced on 5/4/1649 to be executed the next Wednesday.