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Thompson v. Church.

In a prosecution for a private assault, the general character may not he inquired after, in order to establish the fact.

PROsecution qui twin for a private assault, brought upon the statute. Issue to the jury.

The plaintiff offered evidence to prove that said Church’s general character was that of a malicious quarrelsome man; which was objected to, and by the court not admitted. The general character is not in issue; the business of the court is to try the case and not the man; and a very bad man may have a very righteous cause.

Thompson v. Church
1 Root 312

Case Details

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Thompson v. Church
Decision Date
Aug 1, 1791
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1 Root 312

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Connecticut

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