Ch 5 · Interpretation of Statutes, Deeds & Documents

5 concept points · 0 formulas · 4 exam-critical points.

📘 Core concepts

• 1Primary rules: literal (grammatical), golden, mischief (Heydon's), purposive.
• 2Aids to construction — internal (preamble, headings) and external (history, dictionaries).
• 3Doctrine of ejusdem generis: general words limited to same class as specific.
• 4Doctrine of noscitur a sociis: meaning known by association.
• 5Strict construction for penal & taxing statutes; liberal for beneficial legislation.