In his article The Use and Limits of Statutory Purpose in the Interpretation of Legislation, Roger Traves KC considers a framework of approach to statutory construction and the use and limits of statutory purpose.
Who should read?
Advisory and litigation lawyers across all practice areas.
What does the article cover?
Roger discusses the process of statutory interpretation, emphasises the importance of construing the text in context and considers the proper use of statutory purpose in determining the meaning of an Act.
You will:
- consider a framework of approach to statutory interpretation;
- explore the leading authorities and the use and limits on a purposive approach;
- consider the High Court’s decision in Disorganized Developments Pty Ltd v South Australia.
Download the article here.
