Legal Interpretivism

Legal interpretivism is a theory that views the law as a set of principles rooted in moral and ethical values. It suggests that judges should interpret laws by considering the underlying principles and moral reasons they embody, rather than just applying rules mechanically. This approach emphasizes that legal decisions should reflect the deeper purposes and shared moral commitments of a society, allowing judges some flexibility to ensure justice aligns with those values. Essentially, it sees the law as an evolving moral conversation, guiding how laws are understood and applied.