 The abolition of "peine forte et dure" as a way to avoid the forfeiture of land was also proposed.For legal system reform, the Commission suggested the creation of county courts led by the Westminster judges with jurisdiction over civil actions, and small claims courts for amounts under £4 to be manned by commissioners, approved by Justices of the Peace.They also supported the creation of a Court of Appeal consisting of laymen chosen by Parliament, the formation of a land registry and a permanent law commission.