The Iudicium quinquevirale,

The Iudicium quinquevirale was a judiciary committee of the Roman Senate, formed to deal only with cases in which magnates were accused of very serious crimes.Composition and function of the Iudicium quinquevirale.--The struggle between Valentinian and the Senate.--The reaction under Gratian and the creation of the Iudicium quinquevirale.--Questions concerning the jurisdiction of the Iudicium quinquevirale.--The trial of Arvandus.--The trial of Basilius and Praetextatus.--The trial of Boethius.--Conclusion.Mode of access: Internet