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strict construction (narrow construction) n. interpreting the Constitution based on a literal and narrow definition of the language without reference to the differences in conditions when the Constitution was written and modern conditions, inventions, and societal changes. By contrast "broad construction" looks to what someone thinks was the "intent" of the framers' language and expands and interprets the language extensively to meet current standards of human conduct and complexity of society. (See: Constitution) How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Relying in part on Memorial Hospital's narrow construction of section 1157, Dal Cielo permitted discovery of peer review documents by the Medical Board of California, even though the board had not yet initiated any formal administrative or civil action. |
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