Legal Exegesis
/ˈliːɡəl ˌɛksɪˈdʒiːsɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The critical interpretation and explanation of legal texts, statutes, or documents to clarify meaning and intent.
The court relied on legal exegesis to determine the legislature's purpose in enacting the statute.
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- legal exegesis
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Commentary
Legal exegesis is distinct from general exegesis in that it focuses specifically on legal materials, requiring sensitivity to statutory context, precedent, and doctrinal consistency.
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