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March 30, 2015
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This Act imposes a fine of $250 and 3 demerit points on any person found guilty of distracted driving. It received Royal Assent on March 30, 2015, but has not been proclaimed in force. Penalties for distracted driving have since been increased via regulatory amendments.
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January 1, 2017
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This act sets out the standards for licensing and oversight of the security industry in Alberta, specifically individuals and businesses involved in security, private investigations, locksmiths and those responsible for unlocking vehicles.
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December 1, 2017
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The unproclaimed sections in the Safety Codes Act include: Section 38 " Makes a decision by an Administrator to not issue a written variance final (1); requires written notice from safety codes officer for refusals of variances; and permits an appeal of a refusal of variances to the Safety Codes...
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Last Modified
December 1, 2017
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The Act establishes a unifying framework for the administration of ten safety disciplines which each have their own safety codes and standards.
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Last Modified
December 17, 2014
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This act holds property owners accountable for regularly occurring activities on their property that threaten the safety of the community or neighbourhood. It also sets out the process for making a complaint to the Director of Law Enforcement as well as the Director’s role, responsibility and...
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November 1, 2010
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The Radiation Protection Act sets out the requirements to protect workers who may be exposed to sources of radiation.
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Last Modified
December 17, 2014
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The Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act authorizes the apprehension of children engaged in prostitution. After apprehension, the Act provides for time-limited confinement of a child in a protective safe house to assist the child in ceasing their involvement in prostitution.
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Last Modified
December 9, 2016
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This act mandates the Government of Alberta to ensure that adequate and effective policing is maintained in Alberta. It mandates the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General to administer the act and provides that police services and peace officers shall act under, the direction of the...
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Last Modified
November 1, 2010
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This act establishes the roles of peace officers (non-police) in Alberta and allows different levels of government the opportunity to obtain peace officer status for community safety enhancement and specialized law enforcement needs. This act establishes the requirement for authorization of...
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Last Modified
September 6, 2012
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This act allows a police service to obtain a court order to access information when conducting a missing person’s investigation. In emergency circumstances, the police service may demand specified information.