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whole-statute rule

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A quick definition of whole-statute rule:

The whole-statute rule is a way of understanding laws. It means that we should look at the entire law and understand the words used in it as they are commonly used, unless there is a clear reason to think otherwise.

A more thorough explanation:

The whole-statute rule is a principle used in statutory construction. It means that when interpreting a statute, the entire statute should be considered, and the words used within it should be given their ordinary meanings unless there is a clear indication to the contrary.

For example, let's say there is a statute that says "No person shall operate a motor vehicle on a public road without a valid driver's license." The whole-statute rule would require that the entire statute be considered, including the definitions of "motor vehicle," "public road," and "valid driver's license." The words used in the statute should be given their ordinary meanings unless there is a clear indication that a different meaning was intended.

Another example could be a statute that says "No person shall sell alcohol to a minor." The whole-statute rule would require that the entire statute be considered, including the definition of "minor." The word "minor" should be given its ordinary meaning unless there is a clear indication that a different age was intended.

These examples illustrate how the whole-statute rule works in practice. By considering the entire statute and giving words their ordinary meanings, courts can ensure that the intent of the legislature is properly interpreted and applied.

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WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:34
I mean if Fordham doesn't release today I will purposefully get on a train, go to new york, and then take the stinkiest shit inside the admission office's toilet (potentially clogging it and forcing them to get a plumber)
IS IT ONLY ON MY END WHY DID THAT SEND TEN MILLION TIMES
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WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:35
it sent a million times lol
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WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:35
Jack's just tweaking on LSD no biggie
to be fair this accurately represents my mental state
election day psychosis coming in hot (fordham)
usc pls pull through .....
i literally just need one A so i can relax before my ED decision
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:38
oh that's right USC might release
soapy
9:43
USC still has not looked at my app
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:43
when did you submit soapy?
soapy
9:44
10/16
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:44
to be fair it took them almost 2 months for me to go under review
soapy
9:44
Feelin a bit stressed, as I've got no date change for Michigan either despite applying 10/7
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:45
I have not had a date change either for Mich but I've seen people get in without one so who knows
I applied 9/25 to like 6 schools and some (Houston) have no date change yet so dw
soapy
9:46
But do people get in without addresses going long?
WorthlessAttractiveZombie
9:46
it's tough to tell because a lot of people type out their addresses long to begin with
soapy
9:46
Ah. I didn't. Looking back, my Mich supplement kind of sucks, so there's that
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