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An Act to authorise the apprehending and detention of Persons suspected of High Treason, Misprision of Treason, and Treasonable Practices. Passed, 12th January, 1838.

Original Act
Transcribed Act
  • Province
    Upper Canada (1792-1840)
  • Chapter
    1 Victoria – Chapter 1
  • Year
    1838
  • Concepts
    Justice System
    1837-1838 Rebellion
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Imperial/Impérial
  • Number of Articles
    6
  • Description
    This act allows authorities to imprison those who are suspected of treason, so long as the basic rights of those persons are respected.
  • Source
    Not available
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