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I-16 - Interpretation Act

Section 51
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51. Whenever it is provided that a thing “shall” be done or “must” be done, the obligation is imperative; but if it is provided that a thing “may” be done, its accomplishment is permissive.
R. S. 1964, c. 1, s. 51.
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