Sch 1 (The Criminal Code), s 56
In forceDisturbing the Legislature
Schedule 1The Criminal Code
Part 2Offences against public order
56 Disturbing the Legislature
(1)
A person who, while the Legislative Assembly is in session, intentionally—
(a)
disturbs the Assembly; or
(b)
commits any disorderly conduct in the immediate view and presence of the Assembly, tending to interrupt its proceedings or to impair the respect due to its authority;
commits a misdemeanour.Maximum penalty—3 years imprisonment.
(2)
A person may be arrested without warrant. sch 1 pt 2 ch 8 s 56 prev s 56 amd 1939 3 Geo 6 No. 28 s 3
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