Mastering Statutory Interpretation (Mastering Series)

Mastering Statutory Interpretation explains the methods of interpreting statutes including a discussion of the various theories and canons of interpretation. The book begins by exploring these theories and identifying the sources of meaning the theorists use to interpret statutes including intrinsic extrinsic and policy-based. Throughout the text uses the major cases in each area of study to explain how the canons work in practice. Finally each chapter provides a concise roadmap and summary to introduce and encapsulate the most important material. The second edition adds one new chapter to address the administrative issues that faculty teaching legislation and regulation need as well as a running hypothetical to help students better implement what they are learning.