Stealing Horses, Losing Feet: Crusader Animal Laws - Medievalists.net
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In the harsh justice system of the Crusader States, intricate punishments were meted out based on the severity of the crime, creating a structured yet gruesome approach.
The penalties for theft and assault were severe, often reflecting a literal interpretation of justice, such as cutting off a hand for serious assaults or knocking out teeth for biting.
Animal theft was treated exceptionally harshly, mirroring modern concepts of grand theft auto, with severe consequences including amputation or hanging for serious offenses.
The provision for trial by combat highlights the unique circumstances of the Crusader States’ justice system, blending martial culture with legal proceedings in a frontier environment.
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