Trial T/LA/1144
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/LA/1144 |
|---|---|
| Case | Thomson,Jean |
| Accused | Jean Thomson |
| 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 | 9 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers | 6 |
Executed
Method: Strangle & Burn
Method: Strangle & Burn
Pre-Trial
| Arrest | Yes |
|---|---|
| Confronting Suspects | Yes |
Notes: She had been previously censured by the Kirk. She was confronted by Janet Miller a confessing witch who had denounced her. Witness statements were collected on 4/5/1658. Witnesses were summond on 31/3/1659 to appear at her trial.
| Date | Prison | Location | Fate in Prison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kircudbright |
| Name | Mention Type | Trial Of | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonet Miller | Accomplice | T/LA/1122 | 9/4/1658 |
| Name | Title | Involvement | Witch Pricker |
|---|---|---|---|
| John MacKartny | Chancellor | — |
Trial Notes
She plead not guilty. The provost of Kirkcudbright testified in her case.
Post-Trial Notes
between 2-4 in the ordinary place, sentenced on 5/4/1649 to be executed the next Wednesday.