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Section 17 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998

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Legislation that places a duty on local authorities to work in partnership to prevent crime and disorder, the misuse of drugs and alcohol, and re-offending. A section of UK legislation that places a duty on local authorities and police to take reasonable steps to prevent crime and disorder, related to crime prevention and disorder reduction.

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