Hancock was charged for smuggling Madeira wine and for having reloaded the Liberty with oil and tar without giving bond therefore violating Britain’s Acts of Trade. In mid August the Liberty was declared forfeit and repossessed by customs. It was determined that Hancock had to pay a fine of £9,000 for smuggling.
Answer: John Hancock was charged for smuggling Madeira wine.
Explanation:
Hancock was charged for smuggling Madeira wine and for having reloaded the liberty with oil and tar without giving bond therefore violating Britain's acts of trade
