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Customary laws: Governing natural resource management in the northern areas

… A jirga has six to twelve members. For each dispute or offence it is constituted afresh and so is not a permanent … appointed by the Mir, always heads it. For each dispute or offence, the jirga is constituted afresh; it is not a … disputes. The jirga may fine offenders according to the offence committed. In the past, the fine (shilen) was paid in …
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Customs and Constitutions: State recognition of customary law around the world

… are included in the rule against prosecution for the same offence twice.119 As mentioned above, land features more … before a subordinate court in proceedings for an offence under customary law (being proceedings against any … before a subordinate court in proceedings for an offence under Zambian customary law, being proceedings …
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Non-judicial grievance mechanisms in land-related disputes in Sierra Leone

offence (Sections 53 & 54).    In  its  response  to  the  … and  refusal  to  comply with  a  decision  is  an  offence akin to disrespecting a Paramount Chief.   …
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Promoting responsible investment in agriculture and food systems - Guide to assess national regulatory frameworks affecting larger-scale private investments

… measure,  depending  on  the  nature  of  the  offence.  To  promote  responsible  investments,  law  …
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