LexisNexis Guide: Legislation and Statutory Interpretation

This book is an invaluable resource for anyone studying legislation and statutory interpretation in Australia. It provides clear and informative discussion on:

* the importance of legislation and statutory interpretation

* the relationship between legislation and case law

* the format of statutes and delegated legislation

* the legislative process

* the modern approach to statutory interpretation (including interpretation in context, the purposive approach, extrinsic evidence, common law presumptions and the effect of interpretation)

* answering problem questions

* how to research legislation

The fifth edition of this popular guide has been updated to include:

* expanded analysis of the modern approach to statutory interpretation

* recent case law (including key High Court decisions)

* updated examples of legislation

* revised problem questions and answers

* updated discussion on researching legislation

Features

* Clear accessible explanations ensure concepts are clearly understood

* Includes examples, questions and excerpts from relevant legislation to consolidate learning

* Supported by large range of online lecturer materials

Related Titles

* Hall & Macken, Statutory Interpretation: Principles and Context, 2021

* Pearce, Statutory Interpretation in Australia, 9th ed, 2019

* Pearce, Interpretation Acts in Australia, 2018