This document begins with a short overview of the nature of the authority allowing courts to rely on legislative documents and the general jurisdictional considerations.
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You can scroll through the entire document, or link to particular topics. Theoretical Underpinnings Legislative Intent is a matter of law that is often resolved by a factual inquiry. Because it is a factual inquiry many lawyers instinctively think in terms admissibility. But as a matter of law decided by the court, rules of evidence developed to protect juries have no applicability. Factual inquiries into Legislative Intent need only address two issues, the authenticity of the information relied upon and the probative value of the information.