Section 120 — Penalties
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A person who contravenes section 118 or 119 is guilty of an offence and liable on conviction by way of indictment to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 or to life imprisonment, or to both.
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Immigration and Refugee Protection Act s 120 Canada Compilation: 2026-03-17 Verified: 2026-05-23
A person who contravenes section 118 or 119 is guilty of an offence and liable on conviction by way of indictment to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 or to life imprisonment, or to both.
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