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