A Theory of the Most Fundamental Principle of Legal Interpretation
by
Brian G. Slocum
Language: English
Release Date: December 22, 2015
Consider this court case: a defendant has traded a gun for drugs, and there is a criminal sentencing provision that stipulates an enhanced punishment if the defendant “uses” a firearm “during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime.” Buying the drugs was obviously a crime—but can it...