Trial T/JO/967
Trial Summary
| Trial Ref | T/JO/967 |
|---|---|
| Case | Heslope,Bessie |
| Accused | Bessie Heslope |
Location
Outcome
| Defence | No |
|---|---|
| High Status | No |
| Female Accusers | 0 |
|---|---|
| Male Accusers | 0 |
Pre-Trial
| Action Dropped | Yes — 26/6/1705 |
|---|---|
| Confronting Suspects | No |
Notes: Presbytery sent ministers to Caerlaverock to investigate and question those involved. Besse Heslope is the only one who they do not question. Decided to refer the details to the Queen's Advocate, 27/3/1705 since they could not decide whether or not witchcraft had been proven. He replied that no criminal process would be undertaken and presbytery decide to drop the matter.
| Date | Reason |
|---|---|
| 27/2/1705 | Presbytery |