Wednesday, December 9, 2015

INCA CRIME TRIALS

INCA CRIME Trials

  • Accused citizens and witnesses of a crime had to apear before a judge.
  • After the testimonies, the accused would have to plea guilty or not guilty.
    • If pleaded guilty, the accused was sentenced immediately.
    • If pleaded not guilty, and the witnesses did not convince the court otherwise, the case was adjourned for further inquiries.
  • People with a criminal record could be tortured to gain a confession.
  • Punishments were very severe.
    • Men and women were reportedly punished in different ways for the same crimes.
    • Most penalties involved physical punishment (e.g. stoning, torture), or public humiliation for NOBLES.