The Interpretation Acts 1948 and 1967 () is a Malaysian law which enacted to provide for the commencement, application, construction, interpretation and operation of written laws; to provide for matters in relation to the exercise of statutory powers and duties; and for matters connected therewith.
Structure
The Interpretation Acts 1948 and 1967, in its current form (1 January 2006), consists of 3 Parts containing 15 divisions, 132 sections and 2 schedules (including 18 amendments).
- Part I
- Division One: Meaning of Certain Expressions and References
- Division Two: Provisions Affecting Written Laws Generally
- Division Three: Powers and Appointments
- Division Four: Miscellaneous
- Part II
- Division Five: Definitions
- Division Six: General Provisions Regarding Acts of Parliament, Ordinances and Enactments
- Division Seven: Repeal, Re-enactment and Amending Legislation
- Division Eight: Imperial Acts
- Division Nine: Subsidiary Legislation
- Division Ten: Powers and Appointments
- Division Eleven: Distance and Time
- Division Twelve: Miscellaneous
- Division Thirteen: Reprint of Written Laws
- Division Fourteen: Penal Provisions
- Division Fifteen: Repeal
- Part III
- Schedules
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