It provided that if any person was convicted of conspiring to seize or destroy any castle or fortification held or garrisoned by the Queen's forces, then they and any associates were to be judged felons and suffer the death penalty without benefit of clergy or sanctuary. If any person was to prevent the use of any royal castle or ordnance by the crown, destroy any of the Queen's ships, or prevent the use of a harbour within the realm, then they were to be considered guilty of high treason and sentenced accordingly.
It stipulated that anyone found guilty of plotting to capture or demolish any fortress or stronghold under the Queen's control would be deemed felons, subject to capital punishment without the right to appeal or seek refuge. Similarly, individuals who obstructed the use of royal castles, hindered the crown's access to its ships, or prevented the harbor from being used within the kingdom would be considered high treason and face corresponding penalties.