This act amends various laws relating to the administration of the courts of Gaspé, including the jurisdiction of its superior court, the time at which certain courts will be seated, and other measures.
This act establishes a court of appeals in Lower Canada, defining its jurisdiction, responsibilities, what cities in Lower Canada will have courts of appeal, and various other matters.
This is an enactment of an imperial treaty between Great Britain and the United states, which allows for the extradition of individuals who have committed certain crimes within the territory of Canada, and are taking refuge in the United States. The crimes which allow for extradition are specified in the act.
This act allows those who are undergoing court proceedings and who have had their goods seized for surety, to have some of their goods provisionally restored to prevent undue financial hardship.
This act makes provisions for the pursuit of justice through legal means should property be damaged after an individual's death, and for any monetary awards to be added to the individual's estate.
This act allows for a levy to be imposed on the inhabitants of the Parish of Portland to support their local police force, and stipulates that liquor fines are to be paid to its magistrate.