Its most famous victim may have been William Prynne who, in 1637, was branded on both of his cheeks for seditious libel.
Its most famous victim may have been William Prynne who, in 1637, was branded on both of his cheeks for seditious libel. In 1487 it was officially licensed by Parliament and was used most effectively by Cardinal Wolsey to enforce the agenda of Henry VIII.  John Pym criticized its increasing use for royal revenue as fines it charged were given to the crown.  Other contemporaries attacked it for supporting Archbishop Laud and it was finally dissolved by the Long Parliament in 1641.  FTP identify this closed court built around privy councilors whose name is now associated with unjust judicial measures.
Its most famous victim may have been William Prynne who, in 1637, was branded on both of his cheeks for seditious libel.
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