The Anglo-Saxon Period

Tun Policing System

Tun is the forerunner of the word
town. Under this system all male
residents are required to guard the
town and to preserve the peace and
control, to protect life and property
from harm or disturbance.
 Hue and Cry
A system of apprehending a
criminal whereby a complaint goes
to the middle of the street and shouts
to call all males to assemble.
 The Royal Jude

a person who conducts criminal

investigation and gives
punishment. Punishment usually
fits the crime committed.
 Trial by Ordeal
a system of determining guilt
and innocence in the ancient
times which was based on
painful test of skills. It is
usually accompanied by harsh
punishment.