Statutory Interpretation Flashcards

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Definition of Literal Rule

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The natural and ordinary meaning of the words are taken

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2 cases for Literal Rule

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  1. Berriman V London Rainway 2. Fisher V Bell
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Definition of Golden Rule

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The second meaning of a word is used if the literal meaning would cause an absurdity.

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Case for Golden Rule (Narrow)

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R V Allen

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Case for Golden Rule (Broad)

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R V Sigsworth

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