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Version of section 69 from 2003-01-01 to 2019-09-18:


Marginal note:Neglect by peace officer

 A peace officer who receives notice that there is a riot within his jurisdiction and, without reasonable excuse, fails to take all reasonable steps to suppress the riot is guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years.

  • R.S., c. C-34, s. 70

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