An Act for the establishment and regulation of a Penitentiary in Saint John's. (Passed 31st May, 1851.)

  • Province
    Newfoundland (1833-1867)
  • Chapter
    14 Victoria Chapter 8
  • Year
    1851
  • Concepts
    Justice System
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Local
  • Number of Articles
    16
  • Description
    This act authorizes the raising of a loan, not exceeding seven thousand five hundred pounds, to build a penitentiary in St John's. It appoints commissioners for the building projects, and defines the jurisdiction of the prison once it is built.
  • Source
    Not available