According to the 'Earlier and Later' Rule of Statutory Interpretation

question 30

Multiple Choice

According to the 'earlier and later' rule of statutory interpretation:

• A)A later law will override and automatically repeal to the extent of any inconsistency an earlier law on the same topic.
• B)An earlier law will override and automatically repeal to the extent of any inconsistency a later law on the same topic.
• C)When two interpretations are possible we should favour the interpretation that leads to the penalty being less likely to be imposed.
• D)Where two interpretations of a provision in an Act are possible, one that is consistent with the Constitution and the other which is not, we should adopt the interpretation that is consistent with the Constitution.

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