No recognizance given by the accused in a criminal prosecution for his appearance before any court may be discharged for any mistake in form, if its terms are in substantial compliance with the requirements of law.(1949 Rev., S. 8792; P.A. 80-313, S. 20.)History: P.A. 80-313 substituted 'may' for 'shall'.Cited. 45 C. 352. Bond should receive liberal construction. 48 C. 59. Cited. 222 C. 331.
Connecticut Legal Code
§ 54.71
Connecticut Title 54 — Connecticut law
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