Pure theory of law

criticism of interpretation in Kelsen

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29293/rdfg.v8i01.302

Keywords:

Hans Kelsen. Pure theory of law. Interpretation. Discretion.

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: to present the basic concepts of the pure theory of law and to approach  the problems surrounding the theme of interpretation in Kelsen.

METHOD: the research is developed qualitatively, using the bibliographic method, with investigations carried out in books and academic articles, published in prestigious journals.

RELEVANCE / ORIGINALITY: the study is relevant, in the perspective of the expressive influence of the pure theory of law in contemporary legal systems. Furthermore, critical approaches are justified, with the focus of: a) to  identify, in Kelsenian thought, possible inconsistencies; and b) to propose changes concerning its practical applicability.

RESULTS: it is concluded that the granting of excessive discretion to the interpreter constitutes a relevant blemish for the pure theory of law.

THEORETICAL / METHODOLOGICAL CONTRIBUTIONS: the pure theory of law does not respond effectively to the demands presented to the interpreters / judges. Therefore, the theoretical contribution lies in fostering legal archetypes that face the phenomena of interpretation / decision with more consistency.

Author Biographies

  • Williem da Silva Barreto, Centro Universitário FG (UniFG), Guanambi, BA, Brasil.

    Mestrando em Direito pela UniFG. Pós-graduado em Processo Civil pela FACINTER. Bacharel em Direito pela UESB. Membro do grupo de pesquisa Antilaboratório de Direito Animal (ANDIRA).

  • Sérgio Urquhart de Cademartori, Centro Universitário FG (UniFG), Guanambi, BA, Brasil.

    Doutor em Direito pela UFSC. Mestre em Direito pela UFSC. Bacharel em Direito pela UFSM. Professor Permanente do PPGD da UNILASSALLE e da UniFG. Professor Visitante do PPGD daUniversidade de Granada e da Universidade Técnica de Lisboa.

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2021-05-18

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Vol. 8 No. 01 (2021)

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Pure theory of law: criticism of interpretation in Kelsen. Guanambi College Law Journal, Guanambi, v. 8, n. 01, p. e302, 2021. DOI: 10.29293/rdfg.v8i01.302. Disponível em: https://portaldeperiodicos.animaeducacao.com.br/index.php/RDFG/article/view/13956.. Acesso em: 22 jul. 2024.