This act amends an 1819 act regulating the provincial militia so that no fines can be levied against alleged delinquents unless the said delinquent has been summonded before his commanding officier to show any cause why he should not be punished. Also, it allows for new compensation for sergeant majors wh ohave to perform the duties of commanding officiers.
This act amends a 1788 act, expanding the duties paid by vessles to support the lighthouse at Patridge Island to all ships, not just those based in the port of Saint John.
This act amends an 1816 act allowing for the foundation of grammar schools in several counties, so that provincial financial support is no longer contingent upon the locals raising 100 pounds; support will now be given if local officials can attest to having procured a school building and a Master.
This act amends an 1799 act regulating the Northumberland County fishery, creating new fines for those who erect illegal fishing structures in the Miramichi River and Bay.
This act allows for Northumberland County justices to authorize the construction of booms on the river to facilitate the transportation of timber, and establishes penalties for those who violate the rules governing them.
This act amends an 1822 act for fire prevention in Fredericton and Saint Andrews, making fines and penalties collected under the said act payable to the local fire wardens rather than overseers of the poor.
This act amends a 1786 act on debt collection, stipulating that sheriffs will have to advertise the sale of confiscated goods and property six months in advance.