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SECTION 232 — Riot

(1) A riot shall mean an assembly on the public highway of 5 (five) or more persons in manner liable to disturb the public peace. (2) Whoever takes part in a riot and does not withdraw the first call of the proper authority shall be punished with imprisonment for from 15 (fifteen) days to 6 (six) months. (3) The penalty shall be doubled for any person who continues in the riot until it be dispersed by force.

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Offences against public peace Felonies and misdemeanours against the general interest

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ARTICLE 232 — Attroupement

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