An Act to prevent harbouring run-away Seamen, to repeal certain parts of an Act or Ordinance therein mentioned, and for other purposes. (29th May, 1800)

  • Province
    Lower Canada (1792-1841)
  • Chapter
    40 George III Chapter 8
  • Year
    1800
  • Concepts
    Labour Regulation
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
  • Number of Articles
    6
  • Description
    This act makes it illegal for seamen to leave their ships before the end of their term. In order to aid in the application of this law, this act also makes it illegal to harbour a runaway seaman, and specifies various penalties for those who should attempt to harbour them, from innkeepers to ship's captains.
  • Source
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