Interpretation (Amendment) Bill 1997

Public bill · Government · Presented

The measure would clarify that abolishing a common-law offence does not normally affect earlier offences, penalties or ongoing cases. Proceedings for conduct before abolition could still begin or continue, and penalties could still be imposed, subject to constitutional rights.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to amend and extend the Interpretation Acts, 1937 and 1993

Last updated 3 August 2023