The Office and Authority of Sheriffs etc In Ireland (1721)
Book ID: 69807
Price: €595.00
The Office and Authority of Sheriffs, Under-Sheriffs, Deputies, County-Clerks, and Coroners, in Ireland. Collected from the Books of Common Law; and also from the Acts of Parliament of Force in this Kingdom, Touching this Subject. … Digested under Alphabetical Titles. Dublin: S. Powell for George Risk, 1721. First Edition. Pp x, 697. Full contemporary calf boards, raised bands with russet title label to spine. Light shelf-wear to boards, otherwise a fine bright copy.
A detailed guide to the roles, responsibilities, and legal powers of various county officials in Ireland during the 18th century. It reflects how English common law was adapted to Irish governance and provides insight into the evolution of public office and legal enforcement mechanisms.
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