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The Duty and Powers of Justices of Peace, in This Part of Great-Britain Called Scotland

The Duty and Powers of Justices of Peace, in This Part of Great-Britain Called Scotland

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General LawBritish History

ISBN10: 1024009548
ISBN13: 9781024009545
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 104
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

“The Duty and Powers of Justices of Peace, in This Part of Great-Britain Called Scotland” by William Forbes, is a comprehensive guide to the roles and responsibilities of justices of the peace in early 18th-century Scotland. This detailed treatise outlines the legal duties, authorities, and operational procedures relevant to magistrates during a formative period in British history following the Act of Union. The volume also includes an appendix providing essential reference material concerning weights and measures, offering valuable insight into the standardization efforts of the time. This historical legal text provides invaluable context for understanding the administration of law and order in Scotland and the broader legal framework of Great Britain. It is a crucial resource for legal historians, scholars of Scottish history, and anyone interested in the development of British legal institutions.

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