Magna Charters clash over debtors in 1771 London writs
In a 1771 London scene at the King’s Head lock-up on Line Street, Nicholas Grimshaw contends that sheriffs Wilkes and Bull arrest for a civil debt under a trespass writ, arguing Magna Charta overrides long-standing practice. Stephen defends bail and cautions that arrest for debt violates the charter, citing Elizabethan and Stuart precedents and Blackstone notes. Grimshaw pleads for bail for the trespass while pushing Magna Carta as his birthright against contending statutes.
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Writs and Defences in a Prisoner Case in Court
The dialogue shows Wilkes Stephen Reynolds and Lord Mansfield debating service of a writ. They discuss defenses against General Kerty and the prisoners’ cause being in capable hands. Stephen vows perseverance to compensate for any lack of capacity. Sheriffs face prosecution for refusing to comply with requests.
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