Trial T/LA/324
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/LA/324 |
|---|---|
| Case | Hutchison,Margaret |
| Accused | Margaret Hutchison |
| Trial Date | 10/9/1661 |
Location
| Settlement | Edinburgh |
|---|
Outcome
| Verdict | Guilty |
|---|---|
| Sentence | Execution |
| Defence | Yes |
| High Status | No |
| Female Accusers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers |
Executed
Method: Strangle & Burn
Date: 18/9/1661
Method: Strangle & Burn
Date: 18/9/1661
| Name | Title | Involvement | Witch Pricker |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Birnie | Mr | Defence | — |
| Robert Dalgleish | Mr of Lauriston | Prosecutor | — |
| John Fletcher | Mr | Prosecutor | — |
Trial Notes
The charges from previous trial were added on. New witness statements were produced. Basically the same assize, brought back for a new trial. Sentencing was on 11/9/1661.
Post-Trial Notes
To be executed in Wester Duddingston, and maintained by the locality in a competent manner till then.