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bloodwite

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A quick definition of bloodwite:

Term: Bloodwite

Definition: Bloodwite is a historical term that refers to different things depending on the context. It can mean the spilling of blood, the right to impose a fine that involves the shedding of blood, or the exemption from paying such a fine. In Scots law, it can also refer to a penalty for a fight or riot where blood is shed.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Bloodwite is a historical term that refers to:

  1. The act of shedding blood.
  2. The right to levy a fine involving the shedding of blood.
  3. The exemption from the payment of a fine involving the shedding of blood.
  4. A penalty for a brawl or riot in which blood is shed in Scots law.

For example, if someone was injured and blood was shed, the person responsible might have to pay a bloodwite as a penalty. In some cases, the person might be exempt from paying the fine if they had the right to do so.

In Scots law, if a brawl or riot resulted in bloodshed, the participants might be required to pay a bloodwite as a penalty for their actions.

These examples illustrate how bloodwite was used historically as a way to regulate violent behavior and ensure that those who caused harm were held accountable for their actions.

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