Corrupt and Illegal Practices Prevention Act 1883
United Kingdom law reforming the electoral system / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Corrupt and Illegal Practices Prevention Act 1883 (46 & 47 Vict. c. 51) or the Corrupt Practices Act 1883 was an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. It was a continuation of policy to make voters free from the intimidation of landowners and politicians. It criminalised attempts to bribe voters and standardised the amount that could be spent on election expenses.
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Long title | An Act for the better prevention of Corrupt and Illegal Practices at Parliamentary Elections. |
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Citation | 46 & 47 Vict. c. 51 |
Territorial extent | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
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Royal assent | 25 August 1883 |
Commencement | 15 October 1883 (1883-10-15) |
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