At the trial of Charles I, which began on January 20, 1649, only 68 judges attended out of the 135 originally appointed. This panel was notably smaller than expected, as many judges chose not to participate in what they considered an illegitimate court. The trial ultimately led to Charles I being found guilty and executed.
There were sorpose to be 135 insted 68 only turned up 48 others were allowed in
You Are There - 1953 The Trial of Charles the First 2-20 was released on: USA: 10 January 1954
The methods of judicial selection for federal appellate judges state appellate and state trial judges
Charles the First
Peter Oliver was one of the trial judges.
Each circuit court typically has two classes of judges: trial judges and appellate judges. Trial judges preside over cases at the initial level, making determinations on the facts and law, while appellate judges review decisions made by trial judges to ensure the law was applied correctly. This structure helps maintain a system of checks and balances within the judicial process.
In a bench trial, yes. In a jury trial, this is up to the jury.
Charles I's trial in 1649 was considered unfair due to several factors, including the lack of a legitimate legal framework, as he was tried by a court established by Parliament without the King's consent. The trial was characterized by a predetermined outcome, with many judges already opposed to the monarchy. Additionally, Charles was denied the right to present a proper defense, and he was not allowed to appeal the proceedings, undermining the principles of justice and due process.
King Charles I
What they did was legal at the time. And besides, the judges were hired by the government to preside over the trials.
High Court of Justice for the trial of Charles I happened in 1649.
The Manson trial was one of the biggest in California history, so it's impossible to name all involed but I'll hit on the 'stars'. The judges' name was Keene, later to star on The People's Court. Vincent Bugliosi, prosecution, Manson defended himself, Susan Atkins, Patricia Krenwinkle, Leslie Van Houten, Linda Kasabian, Charles 'Tex' Watson.