Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Electoral Act — Section 138 — Constitutionality — Transitional Provision Not Unconstitutional

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Transitional provisions are not unconstitutional. The principle applies to constitutional interpretation. The provision serves a temporary purpose. The rule recognises legislative pragmatism. The court will uphold transitional provisions. The principle is well-established.

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