Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2021)

50.   Procedure on arrest

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    (1)   Upon the apprehension or detention of any person under the powers contained in section 49, such person shall, together with all produce so suspected to be stolen or unlawfully obtained, and all beasts of burden and conveyances used in carrying and conveying the same be taken before a magistrate, or to the nearest justice of the peace or police station, to be dealt with according to law.

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    (2)   In the latter case such justice of the peace or the constable in charge of such station may take bail with one sufficient surety from such person by recognizance to any amount not exceeding 20 pounds conditioned for his or her appearance for examination before a magistrate in the usual course.