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Interpretation Act.

Country/Territory
Jamaica
Document type
Legislation
Date
1968 (1989)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Land & soil
Keyword
Land tenure Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

This Act makes provision with respect to interpretations as used in the legal system of Jamaica. It lays down general principles of interpretation and certain principles regarding the interpretation of legislation. It also provides for the exercise of powers in relation with the (enactment of) legislation and provides for various other matters concerning the legal system of Jamaica. The Act also gives interpretations of, among other things: "land", "property", "to occupy", "vessel" and "ship".

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