LAW 257A
— Legislative Intent Seminar
Theories and principles of statutory and constitutional interpretation. Original intent vs. living constitution; permissible kinds of evidence for determining legislative intent; canons of construction; extent to which initiatives should be interpreted similarly to legislative enactments.
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Theories and principles of statutory and constitutional interpretation. Original intent vs. living constitution; permissible kinds of evidence for determining legislative intent; canons of construction; extent to which initiatives should be interpreted similarly to legislative enactments. Learning Activities: Seminar 2 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Seminar 2 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027