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About John Holt
Sir John Holt was an English lawyer who served as Lord Chief Justice of England from 17 April 1689 to his death. He is frequently credited with playing a major role in ending the prosecution of witches in English law.
Everything about John Holt →- Occupation
- judge, politician
- Position held
- Member of Parliament in the Parliament of England, Member of the 1689-90 Parliament, Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales
- Born
- December 23, 1642, 1642
- Died
- March 5, 1710, 1710