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Section 19: Magistrate Arrest Powers for Crimes in Uganda

19.Offence committed in presence of magistrate

Vhen any offence is committed in the presence of a magistrate within the local imits of his or her jurisdiction, the magistrate may arrest or order any person to arrest the offender, and may upon the arrest, subject to the provisions of this Act as to bail, commit the offender to custody.

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A magistrate has the power to arrest you if they see you committing a crime in their area. They can also order anyone else to arrest you. After arrest...

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