Unusual legal practices refer to unconventional methods or traditions within the legal system that may seem strange or outdated. For example, in some jurisdictions, a person can be tried for a crime even if they are not physically present, known as in absentia trials. This practice can lead to significant consequences for individuals who may not be aware of the proceedings against them. Another example is the use of trial by combat, a historical practice where two parties settle a dispute through physical combat. Although largely obsolete, some legal systems have retained the concept in a symbolic form, allowing for unique interpretations of justice that challenge modern legal norms.