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In interpreting statutes, the courts rely significantly on rules of interpretation.
Required:
Explain the following rules of interpretations:
i) Golden rule (2 marks)
ii) Mischief rule (2 marks)
iii) Eiusdem generis rule (2 marks)
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Paa Nii who resides in the UK sent an amount equivalent to GH¢1,500,000 to his nephew, Dennis, as part payment for the purchase of a house at Trassacco Springs. Paa Nii further sent regular installments to Dennis’ personal account to be given to the vendors. Paa Nii confirmed that Dennis failed to transfer the monies paid to him to the vendors. Paa Nii out of anger organised for Dennis’ vehicle to be burnt to ashes. Paa Nii, proceeded to sue to void the agreement and recover the amount paid.
i) List FOUR (4) doctrines of equity. (4 marks)
ii) In relation to the scenario above, is there any equitable remedy Paa Nii can rely on? (3 marks)
iii) Identify THREE (3) basic presumptions for statutory interpretation. (3 marks)
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In interpreting statutes, the courts rely significantly on rules of interpretation.
Required:
Explain the following rules of interpretations:
i) Golden rule (2 marks)
ii) Mischief rule (2 marks)
iii) Eiusdem generis rule (2 marks)
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Question:
Paa Nii who resides in the UK sent an amount equivalent to GH¢1,500,000 to his nephew, Dennis, as part payment for the purchase of a house at Trassacco Springs. Paa Nii further sent regular installments to Dennis’ personal account to be given to the vendors. Paa Nii confirmed that Dennis failed to transfer the monies paid to him to the vendors. Paa Nii out of anger organised for Dennis’ vehicle to be burnt to ashes. Paa Nii, proceeded to sue to void the agreement and recover the amount paid.
i) List FOUR (4) doctrines of equity. (4 marks)
ii) In relation to the scenario above, is there any equitable remedy Paa Nii can rely on? (3 marks)
iii) Identify THREE (3) basic presumptions for statutory interpretation. (3 marks)
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