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Charles Cottu

Also known as: Charles Cottu; primary name: Cottu, Charles
Details: individual; legal; French; Male
Life dates: 1778-1849-
Biography: Cottu was a French jurist and judge at the Royal court, known for his support to the omnarchy and his views against the press. Among his most important writings there are: 'De la nécessité d'un changement de ministère' (Paris, 1827), 'Considérations sur la mise en accusation des ministres' (Paris, 1827) and Des devoirs du roy envers la royauté (Paris, 1830).