[1] As the King's palace was exempt from the jurisdiction of any civil or ecclesiastical court, it had its own laws.
If one were to strike another and draw blood within the palace where the king or queen resides, or within 200 feet of its outer gate, one could be found guilty of this crime.
The Serjeant of the King's Wood-Yard brings to the place of execution a square block and rope.
The Yeoman of the Scullery lights a fire by the block, which is used to heat the searing-irons (brought by the chief farrier).
The chief officers of the cellar and pantry bring the criminal a cup of red wine and a manchet respectively.