Snake's Bend Laws

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The Laws
(OOC, there are various common sense laws that cover more than the below, however these are the major ones that will usually come up.)

The following are crimes in Snake's Bend, with possible punishment to go with them.

Trials are overseen by a judge, with a Representative for each side laying out evidence to the judge.
 * Murder/Attempted Murder - Punishable by Death, or lesser punishments for attempted Murder.
 * Treason - Taking part in the undermining of the legitimate government of Snake's Bend, and or threatening the safety of its members be undermining the security and defenses of the settlement.
 * Assault - Punishment can vary from fines for minor incidents (such as a tavern brawl) to Death (in cases of permanent damage/disfigurement, rape, mass injuries, or if other crimes were committed during the act).
 * Theft - Punishment can vary. Stolen property would be returned, failing that fines could be given to cover the losses.  Further fines could be given, public punishments (such as time in the stocks), jail time, and banishment could all be doled out depending on repeat offenses and severity.
 * Property Damage - Punishment again can vary from fines to jail and public punishment.
 * Oppression - This covers various crimes, from hindering someones ability to travel freely (excluding on private property), casting spells on another person without their permission or without legal authority to, to harassment. Punishment can vary depending on severity.
 * Violating Private Property - Much like above, can vary depending on severity and often included with other crimes, private property must be clearly marked and only reasonable defense of it is allowed.