Medieval Glossary
Franchise
A legal immunity from royal jurisdiction enjoyed by a favored lord or bishop (or someone of equivalent rank).
Related term(s): Liberty
Category: Government and Law
Added: 08.31.04
Contributor(s):
Alan Chanter
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