Statutory Approach Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 rules of interpretation
A
The literal rule
The golden rule
The mischief rule
The purposive approach
2
Q
What is the literal rule
A
If the words of an act are clear you must follow them even if they lead to absurdity
3
Q
What are the cases for the literal rule
A
DPP v Cheeseman and LNER v berriman
