Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Interpretation — Special and General Provisions — Special provision prevails over general provision

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

The maxim generalia specialibus non derogant applies: special provisions prevail over general provisions. A later general provision does not override an earlier special provision unless there is unambiguous intention to do so. The principle ensures that specific legislative intent is not defeated by general language.…

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