Later medieval punishments varied widely and often reflected the severity of the crime. Common methods included public humiliation, such as stocks or pillories, and corporal punishment like flogging or branding. More severe crimes could result in execution methods like hanging, beheading, or burning at the stake. The legal system often emphasized deterrence and public spectacle, with punishments designed to reinforce societal norms and authority.
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