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Anthony Dyott (born around 1560, died 1622) was an English lawyer and politician. He served as a member of the English Parliament between 1601 and 1614.
Early Life and Legal Career
Anthony Dyott was the oldest son of John Dyott. His father was a bailiff in Lichfield. Anthony followed in his father's footsteps, becoming a successful lawyer.
He joined the Inner Temple in 1576. This was one of the main places in London where people studied to become lawyers. By 1587, he was officially allowed to practice law. This is known as being "called to the bar."
When his father passed away in 1580, Anthony inherited the family estate called Freeford. He also became a "recorder" for Tamworth in 1598. A recorder was a type of judge who heard cases in a town or city. He also held senior positions within the Inner Temple, showing his importance in the legal world.
A Career in Parliament
In 1601, Anthony Dyott was elected as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Lichfield. An MP is someone chosen to represent their local area in the country's main law-making body, the Parliament.
During his time in Parliament, Dyott spoke out on important issues. For example, there was a proposed law about attending church on Sundays. This law suggested that husbands should be fined if their wives did not go to church. Dyott disagreed with this. He famously argued, "What if wives were wilful and would not go? Every man can tame a shrew but he that hath her." He meant that it was unfair to punish husbands for their wives' choices.
He was re-elected as an MP for Lichfield in 1604. In 1609, he became a Justice of the Peace (J.P.) for Staffordshire. A J.P. is a local official who helps keep the peace and deals with minor legal cases. He served as an MP for Lichfield again in 1614 after a special election.
Family and Later Life
Anthony Dyott married Catherine Harcourt in 1589. They had at least one son, Richard. Richard also became a Member of Parliament for Lichfield, just like his father.
Anthony Dyott passed away around the age of 61. He was buried on September 27, 1622.
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