Description: (Justice)
Sir William Scroggs served as Lord Chief Justice of England from 1678 to 1681. He gained notoriety for his role in presiding over the Popish Plot trials, during which he faced accusations of displaying bias against the accused. Despite his legal position, Scroggs' actions during these trials cast a shadow over his reputation and raised questions about the fairness of the judicial process under his leadership. His time as Lord Chief Justice was marked by controversy and criticism regarding his handling of high-profile cases.