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Sentencing Act 2002

Sentences, orders, and related matters - Amendments to other enactments - Amendments to Summary Proceedings Act 1957

184: Bailiff may arrange extension of time to pay

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"Bailiff can help you pay debt later"

If you owe money, a bailiff may be able to help you by arranging more time for you to pay. This is part of the Sentencing Act 2002, which has been changed by the Amendments to Summary Proceedings Act 1957. You can find more information about these changes in the Act(s).

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Part 2Sentences, orders, and related matters
Amendments to other enactments: Amendments to Summary Proceedings Act 1957

184Bailiff may arrange extension of time to pay

  1. Amendment(s) incorporated in the Act(s).