Interpretation of Legislation - A Flashcards
1
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ejusdem generis
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class rule
2
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noscitur a socii
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a word draws its meaning from the words with which it appears
3
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s 5(1) - Interpretation Act 1999
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purposive approach
4
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s 5(2),(3) - Interpretation Act 1999
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intrinsic aids avaliable
5
Q
Terms of art
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a word or phrase which has special meaning in a particular context
6
Q
Plaintiff
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whom raises the claim in a court case
7
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Defendant
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whom the claim is against in a court case
8
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Appealant
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whom raises an appeal in a court case
9
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Respondent
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whom an appeal is against in a court case
