Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2013
Abstract
This case illustrates why municipal lawyers might want to review their high school mathematics lessons about set theory before drafting statutes. The application of set theory—particularly in the form of Venn diagrams—can help to prevent ambiguity of language in statutory construction. It is this ambiguity that gives rise to differences in interpretation, and these differences frequently lead to litigation over the meaning of a statute.
Recommended Citation
Ann L. Nowak, Applying Mathematical Set Theory to Statutory Construction of Municipal Sign Laws, 27 MUNICIPAL LAWYER 22 (2013).
Source Publication
Municipal Lawyer
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