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.