Medieval Continental Trial Procedure Tried to Ensure Confessions Obtained by Torture

question 1

Multiple Choice

Medieval continental trial procedure tried to ensure confessions obtained by torture were accurate by

• A) Having the suspect repeat his confession in court.
• B) Preceding torture with prayer.
• C) Corroborating the confession with evidence.
• D) Issuing torture warrants.

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