17th Century 'Witches' Could Be Exonerated By Proposed CT Bill

The proposed Connecticut bill, titled H.J. No. 21, would recognize that those accused of witchcraft during the 17th century were treated unfairly.

Another bill was introduced by Senator Saud Anwar of Hartford on Thursday, Jan. 12 that would recognize that people tried, convicted, or sentenced to death were falsely accused if passed.

"Although these accusations, prosecutions, trials and executions cannot be undone or changed, no disgrace or cause for distress should attach to the heirs of those persons," the bill titled "S.J. No. 5" read.

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