What is Magna Carta? Clause 17 Introduction

The transcript discusses the establishment of permanent Royal Courts by Henry II, highlighting his judicial reforms that ensured criminal cases were tried only in Royal Courts. Judges were sent to counties to hear cases, while others were based in Westminster. Clause 17 aimed to solidify these reforms, ensuring a fixed location for seeking justice, eliminating the need to follow the king around the country.

What was the main purpose of the reforms established by Henry?

What innovation did Henry implement regarding judges and their locations?

How did Henry's reforms change the way justice was sought in relation to the Royal Court?

What did Clause 17 aim to achieve in terms of seeking justice?

Describe the significance of having a fixed place for seeking justice as per the reforms.