Royal Scottish Statutes

This document presents a series of legal statutes from King David II that govern issues related to theft, property seizure, and the responsibilities of individuals and lords within the kingdom. It includes provisions against selling thieves, the consequences for nobles who violate these laws, and the procedures for handling accusations of theft. Additionally, it addresses the rights of individuals without a lord, the proper methods for seizing property, and the importance of seeking resolution through one's lord before appealing to the king. The statutes emphasize maintaining order and justice within the realm.