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PREVENTION OF CRIMES ACT. The

Categories: Criminal Law

Definition (1910 Edition)

statute 34 & 35 Vict. c. 112, passed for the purpose of securing a better supervision over habitual criminals. This act provides that a person who is for a second time convicted of crime may, on his second conviction. be subjected to police supervision for # period of seven years after the expiration
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.