Renaissance Women Suing For Impotence

During the Renaissance, women had the ability to sue their husbands for impotence this was primarily seen in countries across Europe, where legal systems were influenced by Roman and Canon law. This practice was more prevalent in regions where the legal system allowed for the annulment of marriages on grounds of non-consummation due to impotence. Examples of such countries include Italy, France, Spain, England, and other European nations where the Catholic Church held significant influence over legal matters. However, the specifics of marital laws and the ability to seek annulment for impotence varied by region and evolved over time.