Many individuals have found themselves in court.
Mary Horsepool - perhaps one of the earliest Horspools to find herself in court when she appeared at The Old Bailey in 1691.
Alfred Horspool (1856 - 1894) - was convicted of theft and subsequently committed suicide.
Joel Horspool (1855 - 1918) - undertook a libel case which he lost and which cost him his business.
John Horspool (1840 - 1920) - was caught providing drink after closing time.
George Horspool (1792 - 1878) - called on the law for protection
Thomas Horspool of Oakham - was convicted of poaching