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SLAVE TRADE ACT 1873 - SECT 10

Disposal of slaves.

10. Where any slaves are seized in pursuance of this Act, they shall, for the
purpose only of seizure, prosecution, and condemnation, be deemed to be
property, and shall be condemned as forfeited to the sole use of Her Majesty
for the purpose only of divesting all other right or interest therein, and
shall not be treated as slaves, but shall be provided for, pending the
proceedings for their condemnation, in such manner, and shall on condemnation
be disposed of in such manner, or delivered over to such persons, as the court
having cognizance of the case may adjudge, subject to the regulations (if any)
which are from time to time made by the Treasury; and the Treasury may from
time to time make, alter, and revoke regulations for this purpose so that they
be consistent with any provisions in this behalf contained in any
existing slave trade treaty.

Bounty and other payments to seizors when British cruisers.

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