Interpretation in the Mechanism of Constitutional Law Enforcement

The paper concludes a series of publications focused on the theoretical and legal analysis of the specific nature of interpretation activity as a form of constitutional law enforcement. The paper presents the author’s conceptual framework regarding the essence of constitutional law application that allows for a clear determination of the role of interpretative activity within this mechanism. The author emphasizes the impact of interpretation on the quality of legal application. Additionally, the paper raises the issue of the term «interpretation» being used in various contexts. The author examines the relationship between interpretation and construction, concluding that the interpretation of constitutional norms is a broader concept than mere construction. It is noted that interpretation can be both normative and semantic. The author concludes that semantic interpretation of constitutional norms aims at a precise understanding of the meaning of the applicable norm, while normative interpretation is conducted as a special authority to interpret constitutional provisions, typically occurring in response to a direct request for the interpretation of constitutional norms.

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