A criminal or civil trial taking place in medieval England, typically involving torture or drowning. … [Read more...] about TRIAL BY ORDEAL
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TRIGAMUS
In old English law. One who has been thrice married ; one who, at different times and successively, has had three wives; a trigamist 3 Inst. 8a … [Read more...] about TRIGAMUS
TRIAL COURT
The court of original jurisdiction (the lower court) which holds trial, hears the evidence and makes a decision. … [Read more...] about TRIAL COURT
TRIGILD
In Saxon law. A triple gild, geld, or payment; three times the value of a thing, paid as a composition or satisfaction. Spelman. … [Read more...] about TRIGILD
TRIAL DE NOVO
A new trial before a different judge or in a different court. A trial that is held on appeal as if the prior trial didn't exist. … [Read more...] about TRIAL DE NOVO