What Does Section 3 of the Human Rights Act Require

question 7

Multiple Choice

What does section 3 of the Human Rights Act require courts to do?

• A) convict guilty defendants
• B) enforce the European Convention on Human Rights
• C) interpret legislation in a way which complies with the European Convention on Human Rights where possible.
• D) give effect to directives of the European Union

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