Video - When Pigs Went to Court: Medieval Trials and Tribulations

Did you know that in medieval times, pigs were once put on trial for crimes? Yes, you heard that right! In the Middle Ages, there were cases where pigs were accused of eating children, damaging crops, or even causing harm to people. These "criminal" pigs were given legal representation, brought to court, and sometimes even sentenced to death. It was believed that justice needed to be served, even if the defendant was a farm animal. So next time you think your legal system is strange, just be glad you're not in a courtroom with a pig as your co-defendant!