Limiting Arbitrary Power
216 pages, 6 1/4 x 9 1/4
Paperback
Release Date:01 Jan 2005
ISBN:9780774810517
Hardcover
Release Date:05 May 2004
ISBN:9780774810500
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Limiting Arbitrary Power

The Vagueness Doctrine in Canadian Constitutional Law

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Under the emerging void-for-vagueness doctrine, a law lacking precision can be declared invalid. In this first book published on the subject, Marc Ribeiro offers a balanced analysis of this doctrine and its application in the context of the Canadian constitution.

Taking as its starting point a cogent analysis of the fundamental concepts of “legality” and the “rule of law,” Limiting Arbitrary Power undertakes a specific study of the contents of the vagueness doctrine. Dr. Ribeiro presents an in-depth exploration of the courts’ current approach, and suggests how it may be refined in the future. In that regard, he proposes techniques for legislative drafting in which certainty could be enhanced without compromising the flexibility required in law. Acknowledging that to date, the doctrine has yet to be been granted an autonomous status for invalidating legislation, he also examines in detail the possible situations in which vagueness may become applicable under the Charter.

An important addition to Canadian law libraries, Limiting Arbitrary Power will be eagerly received by legal professionals, legislators, and scholars of constitutional law and legal theory.

RELATED TOPICS: Constitutional Law, Law
In this intriguing book, March Ribeiro undertakes a detailed study of the vagueness doctrine in Canadian constitutional law ... for those interested in constitutional law and legal theory, this book is highly recommended. In addition, by providing not only the theoretical context in which the vagueness doctrine is situated but also practical guidance for legislative drafters, this fascinating book will prove to be of value to legislators and other legal professionals. Devrin Froese, Saskatchewan Law Review, vol. 69, 2006
Marc Ribeiro holds a Bachelor of Laws from the Université de Montréal, and a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Osgoode Hall. He is a Member of the Bar of Quebec.

Foreword

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1 The Principle of Legality

2 The Rule of Law

3 The Content of the Vagueness Doctrine

4 The Place of the Vagueness Doctrine in the Charter

Conclusion

Notes

Bibliography

Index

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