Subjects:

Other Jurisdictions

Contents:

The nature and functions of law

the role of law in Commonwealth Caribbean Society

the classification of legal systems into legal traditions

identifying legal traditions

the reception of law and its significance to Caribbean jurisprudence

the advent of the written constitution

the common law and equity

custom as a source of law

international law and the law of caricom

legislation

delegated legislation and the ultra vires principle

statutory interpretation

courts structure and jurisdiction

judicial committee of the privy council as a final court of appeal - problems and prospects

role and relevance of the jury system.

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This text traces the law and legal systems in the Commonwealth Caribbean and its development from the common law system. The legal and historical sources of law are discussed, covering jurisprudence, custom and law of caricom. The administration of justice is also explored.