advantages and disadvantages of the golden rule

Question 1

Give 4 advantage points of the golden rule

Answer 1

Avoids absurdity
Allows judges to select a suitable meaning
Not as extreme as literal
gives a just result

Question 2

Give a WDP for avoids absurdity

Answer 2

the public would not be appauled by the decision because they pick a meaning which suits the case and reach a moral decision ie. R v Allen

Question 3

Give a WDP for it allows the judges to select the most suitable meaning

Answer 3

Allowing more flexibility than literal which is more democratic and gives the law a chance to develop

Question 4

Give a WDP for its not as extreme as other rules

Answer 4

because it relies on the wording in the act therefore respecting parliamentary supremacy.

Question 5

Give a WDP for it gives a more just result

Answer 5

less likely to gain appeal routes

saving time and money

Question 6

Give 4 disadvantages of golden rule

Answer 6

Relies on the wording of the act
rarely used
judges can decide if it produces absurdity
allows judges to acquit those who may of done wrong