¹⁹ But there were some Jews from Asia—they ought to be here before you to make an accusation, if they have anything against me.^(A)

³⁰ When I was informed that there would be a plot against the man, I sent him to you at once, ordering his accusers also to state before you what they have against him.”^[a](A)

¹⁶ I told them that it was not the custom of the Romans to hand over anyone before the accused had met the accusers face to face and had been given an opportunity to make a defense against the charge.^(A)