old punishment

new punishment

Stealing: If you stole your hand could be cut off. The other option was to be hung. They mainly cut off your hand though.


Treason: The only option if you committed treason would to be cut into four pieces.


Murder: If you committed murder in the Middle Ages it was the capitals offense and your punishment was execution.

Stealing: If you steal now you could have to have a restitution, a fine, possible probation, or possible community service.


Treason: If you commit treason now you either have five years in prison or you are killed


Murder: If you commit murder now it is either death or 25 years-life and a $10,000 or death.