A Practical Guide To California Legislative Drafting And Statutory Interpretation

"This practical guide provides valuable information related to drafting legislation in California, as well as statutory interpretation. The purpose of the book is [to describe] basic aspects of legislative drafting and interpreting statutes. While geared more for readers seeking an introduction to these two topics, the chapters also contain helpful information and reminders even for seasoned professionals. The first part of the book begins with an overview of drafting legislation, including both general and specific drafting advice along with numerous examples that will be helpful for drafters. The second part of the book is focused on statutory interpretation principles used in California"--