Henry's economic and legal reforms after the Great Rebellion Flashcards
What had Henry always taken a keen interest in?
Legal matters
Why was the rightful posession of land a key issue?
- Land was taken by William I for his followers resulting in resentment from the English people
- Henry would have a keen interest in rightful ownership as a feudal overlord
When was the Mort d’ancestor developed?
1166 - 1180
What did the the Mort d’ancestor require?
A royal writ which had to be bought
How did the Mort d’ancestor work?
If a claimant could prove he was closer to the deceased than the current holder, a jury of local men would investigate. Judgest would then pass judgement based off the jury’s decision and land would be transferred if necessary but fines could be imposed on false claims or if the claimand or defendand was holding the land without right
What is Novel Disseisin?
Recovery of land after disposession
What is Darrein Presentment?
Who had the the right of patronage for property granted to the church
Which trial had been previously used to solve some disputed?
Duels
Who was created to judge on the issue in a grand assize?
A jusry of 12 knights
Which court did a jury of 12 knight judging an issue take place?
Royal courts
What had to be done to initiate a grand assize?
Purchase a writ to transfer the case to the royal court
