An Act to reverse the Attainder of Aaron Stevens, and avoid the Forfeiture of certain of his Estates, and for other purposes therein mentioned. 30th August, 1851.

  • Province
    United Canadas (1841-1857)
  • Chapter
    14 & 15 Victoria – Chapter 170
  • Year
    1851
  • Concepts
    Justice System
    War of 1812
  • Jurisdictional Relevance
    International/Internationale
    Private
  • Number of Articles
    3
  • Description
    This act reverses the forfeiture of property associated with the 1814 prosecution of Aaron Stevens, who was found guilty of being an American spy. The portions of his estate not already sold or claimed by the state are returned to his descendants.
  • Source
    Not available