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« on: Monday 03 October 05 18:54 BST (UK) »
I have an ancestor  Alexander Royan who was convicted to 7 years transportation in 1820.  Prior to transportation he was held in Inverness Tollbooth and also Elgin Tollbooth.  Any idea where I might find the records for these prisons. 

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Irene
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« Reply #2 on: Sunday 09 October 05 10:58 BST (UK) »
Irene

Have you had a look at the Moray Heritage Centre site at http://libindx.moray.gov.uk/mainmenu.asp. There is 12 hits for a Alexander Royan, and a total of 188 for the surname Royan. It is a very good site which provides local references to various events which have been recorded in a persons life - including reference to 'criminal' activities. Hopefully you will find your Alexander and then you can mail them for the information

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« Reply #3 on: Sunday 09 October 05 11:13 BST (UK) »
Thanks for your reply Bill, I am aware of this site and agree it is excellent.  Does not have the information I am looking for.

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