John Bennet (judge)

Arms of Bennet: Gules, a bezant between three demi-lions rampant argent[1]
Mural monument in York Minster to Anne Weekes, 1st wife of Sir John Bennet

Sir John Bennet (1553 – 15 February 1627) was a judge and politician who sat in the House of Commons between 1597 and 1621. His career ended in controversy after he was found guilty of extorting bribes and excessive fees.

  1. ^ Burke, Sir Bernard, The General Armory, London, 1884, p.70, as seen on mural monument in York Minster to Anne Weekes, 1st wife of Sir John Bennet

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