The trial of a peer of the realm for treason or felony is by indictment : and upon this indictment, he shall be arraigned before the constable of England or the high steward ; and he shall be tried by his peers upon their honours, not upon their oaths. There must be 12 peers at least ; and the lowest peer shall give his verdict first, and so seriatim.
By all the judges of England.
If an appeal be brought against a peer for the death of a man, or any other felony ; his trial shall he by knights and gentlemen.
[1220] EngR 15, (1220-1623) Jenk 73, (1220) 145 ER 52 (A)
Commonlii
England and Wales
Updated: 20 October 2021; Ref: scu.460927 br>