Trial T/LA/1182
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/LA/1182 |
|---|---|
| Case | Chousley,Elspeth |
| Accused | Elspeth Chousley |
| Trial Date | 9/9/1679 |
Location
| Presbytery | Haddington |
|---|---|
| County | Haddington |
| Burgh | Haddington |
Outcome
| Sentence | Released |
|---|---|
| Defence | No |
| High Status | No |
| Female Accusers | 0 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers | 0 |
Pre-Trial
| Arrest | Yes — 5/1678 |
|---|---|
| Confronting Suspects | No |
Notes: She was tortured, tormented and arrested illegally by 3 men (a bailie and two others) on May 1678. The came to her house in the night with pistols and drawn swords, but she was saved by others.
Trial Notes
Several people were tried for illegally torturing and arresting her. Her tormentors were tried on the same day. Her diet was deserted.