"They Punish Murderers, Thieves, Traitors and Sorcerers": Aboriginal Criminal Justice as Reported By Early French Observers

Discusses the intent of Aboriginal justice to restore social cohesion and harmony rather then seek retribution or deterrence.
Author/Creator
Desmond H. Brown
Open Access
Yes
Primary Source
No
Citation
Histoire sociale / Social History, vol. 35, no. 70, November 2002, pp. 364-391
Publication Date
2002-11
Subjects
First Nations, Tribes, Reserves
History » Fur Trade & Exploration
Law & Justice
Law & Justice » Indigenous Legal Orders & Traditions
Location
Canada
Resource Type
Articles -- Scholarly, peer reviewed
Format
Text -- PDF
Language
English
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