Is there any evidence for "church trials" in former times?

Started by Bernadette, January 27, 2017, 03:27:09 PM

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Bernadette

As there is for various Protestant communities?

I've come across fictional mentions of "church trials," usually involving domestic disputes where one party appeals to the church regarding the other party's unjust behavior, and the situation is mediated and resolved by an impartial party; but these accounts have all involved Protestant denominations. This leads me to wonder whether such a thing existed within Catholic society. Anyone have any sources?
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