Sch 1 (The Criminal Code), s 142
In forceEscape by persons in lawful custody
Schedule 1The Criminal Code
Part 3Offences against the administration of law and justice, against office and against public authority
142 Escape by persons in lawful custody
A person who escapes from lawful custody is guilty of a crime. Maximum penalty—imprisonment for 7 years. sch 1 pt 3 ch 17 s 142 amd 1988 No. 88 s 5 sch 2
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