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Murder and Justice in Medieval Oxford
This chapter investigates the societal and procedural challenges encountered in the investigation of a murder in 1320s Oxford. It highlights the roles of local authorities, the shortcomings of the medieval justice system, and the complexity of jurors' decisions influenced by social status. Additionally, the chapter explores the economic implications tied to the justice process, including the concept of deodand and the financial benefits of crime-related investigations.
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