aids to statutory interpretation Flashcards
booklet 8
1
Q
what are intrinsic aids
clue- interior
A
These are found inside the Act of Parliament they are trying to interpret
2
Q
what are extrinsic aids
clue- exterior
A
These are found outside the Act of Parliament they are trying to interpret
3
Q
examples of intrinsic aids
A
Preamble (intro statement on document)
Title (Short and Long)
Marginal Notes
Headings
Interpretation Sections
Punctuation
Schedules
4
Q
examples of extrinsic aids
A
Other similar Acts/cases
Historical Setting (e.g. mischief rule)
Dictionary (Cheeseman)
Green/White Papers
Law Reform Reports (Black Clawson case)
5
Q
what two aids are used to help interpret the law
A
extrinsic aids
intrinsic aids
