CRIMINAL LAW — Arson — Interpretation of Arson Offence Provisions — Dwelling House Not Restricted to Public Dwelling House Under Section 3(4)(a) of Special Tribunal (Miscellaneous Offences) Decree No. 20 of 1984 as Amended by Decree No. 22 of 1986

The statutory provision must be given its plain and natural meaning. "Dwelling house" includes both public and private residences. The adjective "public" does not modify "dwelling house" in the provision. The court will not restrict the meaning where the language is clear. The principle applies…