Attainders of Earl of Westmorland and others Act 1571 facts for kids
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| Long title | An Acte for the confirmation of Thattaynders of Charles Earle of Westmerlande Thomas Earle of Northumberland and others. |
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| Citation | 13 Eliz. 1. c. 16 |
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| Repealed by | Statute Law (Repeals) Act 1977 |
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Status: Repealed
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The Attainders of Earl of Westmorland and others Act 1571 was an important law passed in England. It was created by the Parliament of England during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. This law confirmed that certain people had lost their rights and property because they had rebelled against the Queen.
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What Was This Law About?
This law was passed to confirm the "attainder" of Charles Neville, 6th Earl of Westmorland and 57 other people. An attainder was a serious legal step. It meant that someone was officially declared guilty of a major crime, often treason.
What is an Attainder?
An attainder was a special legal process in the past. If someone was "attainted," they lost many of their rights. They could lose their land, titles, and other property. Their family might also lose the right to inherit these things. This was a very harsh punishment.
The Rising of the North
The people named in this Act were involved in something called the Rising of the North. This was a rebellion against Queen Elizabeth I in 1569. Some powerful nobles in the north of England were unhappy with the Queen's rule. They wanted to change things and even replace her.
The Earl of Westmorland and the Earl of Northumberland led this uprising. They gathered an army and tried to challenge the Queen's authority. However, the Queen's forces quickly put down the rebellion. Many of the rebels were captured or fled.
Why Was This Law Important?
This Act was important because it showed Queen Elizabeth I's power. It confirmed that those who rebelled against her would face serious consequences. By passing this law, Parliament supported the Queen's actions. It helped to make her rule stronger and more secure.
When Was the Law Changed?
The Attainders of Earl of Westmorland and others Act 1571 is no longer in effect today. It was officially cancelled, or "repealed," much later. This happened in 1977 by a law called the Statute Law (Repeals) Act 1977. Many old laws that were no longer needed were repealed at that time.
