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	Court of the Lord Lyon - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Court of the Lord Lyon, also known as the Lyon Court, is a standing court of law which regulates heraldry in Scotland.
		The Lyon Court is a public body, and the fees for grants of arms are paid to the Treasury.
		It is headed by the Lord Lyon King of Arms, who must be legally qualified, as he has criminal jurisdiction in heraldic matters, and the court is fully integrated into the Scottish legal system, including having a dedicated prosecutor, known in Scotland as a Procurator Fiscal.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Court_of_the_Lord_Lyon (471 words)

	Lord Lyon King of Arms - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Lord Lyon is responsible for overseeing state ceremonial in Scotland, for the granting of new arms to persons or organisations, and for confirming given pedigrees and claims to existing arms.
		The Court of the Lord Lyon is the heraldic authority for Scotland, much as the College of Arms is responsible for granting arms in England
		Whilst the Court of Chivalry (which last met in 1954) is a civil court, the Lyon Court meets often and has criminal jurisdiction.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lord_Lyon (516 words)

	The Court of the Lord Lyon, The Heraldry Society of Scotland - UK Heraldry
		The Court of the Lord Lyon indeed reflects, not the curt severity of the Police Court or the Magisterial Bench, but rather the stately benevolence of distant days when our ancient Scottish laws were administered upon the "moot hill" of some old barony or thaneage.
		The Court of the Lord Lyon is situated in H.M. New Register House, its records (part of the National Records of Scotland) being entrusted to the Lyon Clerk.
		She joined the Court of the Lord Lyon in 1975 and was appointed Lyon Clerk and Keeper of the Records in 1986.
	www.heraldry-scotland.co.uk /lyoncourt.html (906 words)

	The Lord Lyon and his Jurisdiction
		Lord Dunedin in the House of Lords, Stewart Mackenzie v.
		Lord Wark in the Court of Session, in Maclean of Argour v.
		Lyon Court and the Armorial Noblesse of Scotland are thus a living survival of the old mediaeval realms, and accordingly of immense legal and social interest, perpetuating as they do the organisation and concepts of the old clan or family organisation of the kingdom."
	www.heraldica.org /topics/britain/lordlyon.htm (3793 words)

	Scotland: legalities of flag
		Transgression of the law is an offence, and the Court of the Lord Lyon includes a Procurator Fiscal whose duty it is to prosecute the offenders.
		Lyon's area of jurisdiction is the entire Kingdom of Scotland as it existed before James VI became King of England - that is, including Orkney and Zetland.
		Lyon has the power, established by the Scottish Parliament (prior to the Union of Parliaments), confirmed at Westminster, to confiscate images (representations) of coats of arms, and of armorial flags, of which there are several categories.
	www.fotw.net /flags/gb_s-her.html (2769 words)

	Documents on the powers and practice of the Lyon Court
		Lord Robertson.—The question taken to report is merely in regard to the jurisdiction of this Court, in determining which it is necessary to consider the nature of the Lord Lyon's powers.
		Lyon pronounced judgement as follows: 'The Lord Lyon King of Arms having taken the proof and beard Counsel for the parties thereon, Finds that the Petitioner has failed to prove user of arms or supporters previous to the passing of the Act,' concerning the privileges of the Office of Lyon King-at-Arms, '1672, cap.
		But although the Lyon Court is a statutory tribunal with undoubted jurisdiction on other matters, the Lyon's decision upon a submission of that kind would be the decision of an arbiter, and not the decision of one of the Courts of the realm.
	www.heraldica.org /topics/britain/lyondocs.htm (14497 words)

	Tartans and the Lord Lyon
		The Court of the Lord Lyon is primarily an office of heraldic jurisdiction.
		The Lord Lyon seeks technical advice with regard to the inclusion of tartans in the Public Register of all Arms and Bearings in Scotland and in the Lyon Court Book from his Tartan Committee which comprises individuals having a specialised knowledge on tartans.
		The last Lord Lyon, Sir Malcolm Innes of Edingight, who succeeded to his office in 1981, stated that with regard to tartans, he would only consider Petitions from Chiefs of the Name as they are the only people who can determine clan or family tartans.
	www.tartansauthority.com /web/site/Tartan/History/LordLyon.asp (877 words)

	A2Z Languages - French language programs - Canada - Country Guide - Ceremonial and Canadian Symbols
		It was registered in the books of the Court of the Lord Lyon on March 7, 1956 and adopted as the official tartan of the province under the authority of the Nova Scotia Tartan Act in 1963.
		Represented in the design are the blue of sea and sky, the dark and light greens of evergreens and deciduous trees characteristic of the province, the white of rocks and coastline surf, the gold of Nova Scotia's Royal Charter and the red symbolizing the lion rampant on the Nova Scotia crest.
		The reddish-brown signifies the redness of the soil, the green represents the grass and trees, the white is for the caps on the waves, the yellow for the sun.
	www.a2zlanguages.com /canada/countryguide/tartans.htm (1094 words)

	BBC - History - Your History - Family history - Heraldry - 2 of 5 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		The Court of the Lord Lyon in Edinburgh
		Scottish heraldry is ruled by the Court of the Lord Lyon.
		Lord Lyon is a minister of state and the sole King of Arms in Scotland.
	www.bbc.co.uk /history/your_history/family/coats_2.shtml (602 words)

	The SSA - Lord Lyon
		Robin Blair, 34th Lord Lyon, explains that "in the earliest times, the principal function of the Lord Lyon in Scotland was to confirm the correct heir to the Scottish throne, satisfying himself that the genealogy of the claimant was honourable and accurate.
		While the court rarely hears evidence in person, its role is to handle as a judicial process any application made to it for the grant of arms.
		The Lord Lyon is permitted to grant arms to any "virtuous and well-deserving person" with Scottish connections and he has the final word on what form the arms should take.
	www.scotarmigers.net /lordlyon.htm (2251 words)

	The SSA - Leaflet 4
		On behalf of the Sovereign, the Lord Lyon King of Arms exercises the Royal Prerogative committed to him by the Acts of 1672 cap.
		The Court of the Lord Lyon is a court of law, and applications for Arms are made by a formal "Petition".
		This is done on the initiative of the person wishing to obtain Arms, who submits a Petition to the Lord Lyon stating who he is and asking for Arms to be granted to him.
	www.scotarmigers.net /leaflet4.htm (2723 words)

	Scottish Heraldry
		All heraldry in Scotland is controlled by the Court of the Lord Lyon King of Arms, commonly known as the Lyon Court, and located at New Register House in Edinburgh.
		The origins of the Lyon Court are literally lost in the mists of time as the office of Lord Lyon incorporates that of the Royal Sennachie or Bard whose duty it was to proclaim the lineage and deeds of the ancestors of the King.
		This principle would also apply (though an opinion has not been sought from Lyon court for this) to children where the father is unknown since in such a situation the child would become part of the mother's family or clan and application could be made for suitably differenced arms of that family.
	www.clanmacrae.org /documents/heraldry.htm (4060 words)

	Lord Lyon King of Arms
		All heraldry in Scotland is controlled by the Court of the Lord Lyon King of Arms, commonly known as the Lyon Court, and is located at New Register House in Edinburgh, Scotland.
		The idea behind this register was to enable the Lord Lyon to more effectively administer heraldic law by ensuring that there was a central record independent of the person of the office holder.
		The Lindsays are one of three great noble houses that still maintain Private Officers of Arms which are recognized by the Lord Lyon but not part of the Court of the Lord Lyon.
	www.clanlindsay.com /lord_lyon_king_of_arms.htm (366 words)

	The Court of the Lord Lyon Information Leaflet No
		When a coat of Arms is granted by the Sovereign through Her Majesty's Lord Lyon King of Arms, the Grant of Arms document shows the coat of Arms on a Shield.
		This is an infringement of the owner's legal rights, for which he may ask the Procurator Fiscal of the Court of the Lord Lyon to prosecute the offender.
		Heads or REPRESENTERS of families are those whose claims to be the genealogically senior living persons of their surnames have been Officially Recognised by the Lord Lyon King of Arms, and are recorded as such in the Lyon Register.
	www.s-a-m-s.org /content/heraldry_leaflet2.html (2137 words)

	Beginners Heraldry, Clan Duncan Society - Scotland UK
		In Scotland all things armorial are governed by the laws of arms administered by the Court of the Lord Lyon.
		The origin of the office of Lord Lyon is shrouded in the mists of history, but various Acts of Parliament, especially those of 1592 and 1672 supplement the established authority of Lord Lyon and his brother heralds.
		The Lord Lyon is a great officer of state and has a dual capacity, both ministerial and judicial.
	www.clan-duncan.co.uk /beginners.html (880 words)

	MyClan.com : Clanship - Heraldry, The Court of the Lord Lyon King of Arms (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		The compartment is only granted by the Lord Lyon as a special addition for persons of high rank and distinction.
		Supporters are a mark of distinction and may be granted by the Lord Lyon either on a hereditary basis, or for the lifetime of a particular person.
		The Lord Lyon may make the grant hereditary as he did in the case of the Rt.
	www.myclan.com /clanship/heraldry/achievement.php (1358 words)

	Court of the Lord Lyon
		The Court administers the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings in Scotland and the Public Register of All Genealogies and Birthbrieves in Scotland.
		The Lord Lyon, in his administrative capacity, grants Patents of Arms and, in his judicial role, authorises the Matriculation of existing Armorial Bearings.
		The Court does not undertake genealogical research, as the result of such research may be incorporated in a Petition to the Lord Lyon.
	www.scotcourts.gov.uk /tribunals/lordlyon.asp (149 words)

	The Scotsman - Crestfallen over a clan gathering
		The Court of the Lord Lyon has informed Mr McWhirter, a man with the simple dream of gathering together the McWhirters of the world, that there is the possibility of prosecution if he attempts to use the original McWhirter’s crests on letterheads, web sites, commemorative plaques et al.
		The rights of the ancient McWhirter were indeed protected, but the Court of the Lord Lyon did suggest to Mr McWhirter that there were three solutions to his dilemma.
		The Lord Lyon’s court agrees with Mr McWhirter that, in all likelihood, the original McWhirter was buried a long time ago.
	thescotsman.scotsman.com /index.cfm?id=845362002 (1108 words)

	How to Acquire Arms
		When a grant, or matriculation, of arms is successfully obtained, an illuminated parchment, narrating the pedigree as proved, is supplied to the Petitioner, and a duplicate is recorded in the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings in Scotland and/or the Public Register of Genealogies and Birthbrieves.
		In return for this permanent legal protection and for the maintenance of the permanent registration of Arms in the Court of the Lord Lyon, Fees are charged to the Petitioner.
		Arms are heritable property, and on the original owner's death they descend in terms of the destination, but usually to his eldest son, and in turn to his eldest son, and so on for ever.
	www.scotsheraldry.com /LyonCourt/Acquire.htm (3830 words)

	Scottish Armorial Bearings
		The Petition then comes before the Lord Lyon who normally communicates with the Petitioner, or his Agent, by letter to discuss any points which arise and, if the Lord Lyon is willing to grant the Petition, to discuss the design of the Arms.
		Once the design has been agreed, the Lord Lyon composes the verbal description of the Arms known as the “blazon” and grants a warrant authorising Letters Patent to be prepared.
		The Lyon Clerk then arranges for one of the Lyon Court artists to prepare the Letters Patent on vellum, and a copy is also prepared to be retained in the Register of Arms maintained in the Court of the Lord Lyon.
	www.clanmacrae.org /documents/armorial_Lord_Lyon.htm (1827 words)

	Scotland >> Heritage >> The Court of Lord Lyon
		Scotland >> Heritage >> The Court of Lord Lyon
		With the cooperation of the Lyon Clerk, Elizabeth Roads, we will present a display about the Lyon Court, its history, current work, relationship to the Scottish Justice system, and its ceremonial responsibilities.
		We are delighted that the Lyon Clerk, Elizabeth Roads, will attend the Festival, accompanied by the Principal heraldic artist, Jenny Phillips.
	www.folklife.si.edu /resources/Festival2003/scot_lord.htm (74 words)

	ANCESTRY RESEARCH
		The Court of the Lord Lyon is an office of heraldic jurisdiction, and does not undertake genealogical research.
		The results of such research may eventually come before the Lord Lyon and thus could not be the work of staff in this office.
		The reports of professional genealogists belonging to the above organisations are usually accepted by the Court of the Lord Lyon as proof of descent when accompanying a Petition for a Grant or Matriculation of Armorial Bearings and individual certificates of birth, death and marriage are not normally required to substantiate the report.
	www.burkes-peerage.net /sites/scotland/esnews/es0901e.asp (352 words)

	Clan MacGillivray - U.S. Society Intro
		This is required for nationals of countries other than Great Britain, since Lyon Court's authority affects only British citizens.
		Once Arms have been granted and recorded in the Public Register, in the Court of Lord Lyon, they are protected to their owner by the full force of Scottish Law, and forever.
		Any infringement of armorial rights in Scotland may be brought to the Procurator Fiscal to the Court of the Lord Lyon, who will mount any necessary prosecution of the offender entirely at the Crown's expense.
	www.mcgillivray.us /acquiringarms.html (553 words)

	Clan Johnston/e in America - News
		Electric Scotland - The Court of the Lord Lyon
		Court of the Lord Lyon Leaflet No. 3 - "Scottish Heraldic Flags"
		Court of the Lord Lyon Leaflet - "The Use of Personal Arms"
	clanjohnston.org /links.html (422 words)

	Petitions For Arms
		The person wishing to apply for a new Grant of Arms to himself should do so by submitting a formal Petition to the Lord Lyon King of Arms drawn up as in the fictitious SPECIMEN on page 3 opposite.
		This procedure may be used for nationals of other countries who wish Armorial bearings.
		The completed Petition should be signed and dated by the Petitioners and sent with its proofs and SCHEDULE OF PROOFS to the Lyon Clerk at the Court of the Lord Lyon.
	www.electricscotland.com /webclans/lordlyon4.htm (2723 words)

	Symbols (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		Though not recorded in the Court of the Lord Lyon in Scotland, this war cry has been identified as being associated with our Clan by a former and most respected Lord Lyon.
		Though not recorded in the Court of the Lord Lyon in Scotland, this plant badge has been identified as being associated with our Clan by a former and most respected Lord Lyon.
		A former Lord Lyon did describe the Clan's ancient crest as a boar’s head.
	macalpineclan.com /sys-tmpl/symbolsoftheclan (409 words)

	The Court of the Lord Lyon Wearing of Sashes by Ladies in Evening Dress (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		The Court of the Lord Lyon Wearing of Sashes by Ladies in Evening Dress
		All these suggestions are based on a careful study of old portraits, prints and traditional practice, and bear the authoritative approval of the Lord Lyon King of Arms.
		The sash is worn over the right shoulder across the breast and is secured by a pin or small brooch on the right shoulder.
	www.utahscots.org /lyon4.htm (336 words)

	Family Research - English, Scottish and Irish Genealogy » £1.6 Million for Scottish Family History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-31)
		At present, the main records which individuals use as the basis for their family history are held by three separate institutions (General Register Office for Scotland (GROS), National Archives of Scotland (NAS) and the Court of the Lord Lyon).
		The Court of the Lord Lyon is a court of law, and deals with petitions for grants of Arms.
		The Court holds the Registers of Arms and of Genealogies as well as other collections.
	www.lineages.co.uk /2004/07/11/16-million-for-scottish-family-history (787 words)

	Scottish Courts Home Page
		This site provides a single access point for information relating to civil and criminal courts within Scotland, including the Court of Session, the High Court of Justiciary, the Sheriff Courts, the District Courts and a number of other courts, commissions and tribunals.
		Details of recent significant judgments are posted on a daily basis, as are details of cases due to call in the Court of Session and the Sheriff Courts.
		The site is sponsored by the Scottish Court Service which is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Executive Justice Department.
	www.scotcourts.gov.uk (169 words)

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