According to the 'Earlier and Later' Rule of Common Law

question 80

Multiple Choice

According to the 'earlier and later' rule of common law presumptions to 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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Definitions:

Ectoderm

The outermost of the three primary layers in an embryo, from which arises the nervous system, skin, and various sensory organs.

Neonate Adaptations

Physiological and anatomical changes a newborn undergoes to transition from intrauterine to extrauterine life, ensuring survival outside the womb.

Multiple Births

Multiple births occur when more than one baby is born from a single pregnancy, such as twins or triplets.

Germ Layer

One of the three primary layers of cells (endoderm, mesoderm, and ectoderm) in the early embryo that develop into all organs and tissues of the body.