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An Act to provide for the more effectual prevention of Trespasses and protection of Timber growing on the Crown Lands within this Province. Passed 31st March 1840.

Original Act
Transcribed Act
  • Province
    New Brunswick (1786-1867)
  • Chapter
    3 Victoria Chapter 77
  • Year
    1840
  • Concepts
    Natural Resources
    Property Law
    Justice System
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
  • Number of Articles
    10
  • Description
    This act prohibits unauthorized harvesting of timber on crown lands, and establishes penalties for those who do so.
  • Source
    Early Canadiana Online
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