An Act to make the remedy in cases of Seduction more effectual, and to render the Fathers of illegitimate Children liable for their support. Passed 4th March, 1837.

  • Province
    Upper Canada (1792-1840)
  • Chapter
    7 William IV – Chapter 8
  • Year
    1837
  • Concepts
    Women's Health
    Family Law
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    Provincial/Provinciale
  • Number of Articles
    5
  • Description
    This act provides financial protection for the child of an unwed mother in the case of a "seduction," that is to say, in the case of a man having pre-marital sex with a young woman after having promised to marry her but without actually intending to do so.
  • Source
    Not available