Trial T/LA/849
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/LA/849 |
|---|---|
| Case | Gibb,Bessie |
| Accused | Bessie Gibb |
| Trial Date | 21/1/1680 |
Location
| Settlement | Edinburgh |
|---|
Outcome
| Defence | Yes |
|---|---|
| High Status | No |
| Female Accusers | 0 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers | 0 |
Pre-Trial
| Arrest | Yes |
|---|---|
| Confronting Suspects | No |
Notes: The bailie of Bo'ness set a trial date for a local trial, and she protested to the High Court. The main prosecutor, Robert Hamiltone (bailie) did not appear at the high court. Her complaint claimed that the regality did not have the authority to hold a witchcraft trial and that the evidence against her was weak.
| Date | Prison | Location | Fate in Prison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/1680 | Bo'ness |
| Name | Title | Involvement | Witch Pricker |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Hunter | Defence | — |
Trial Notes
She was put to caution and released