宪法解释方法:传统与现代之间的区别及其法理成因

传统宪法解释方法与现代宪法解释方法存在着形式和实质上的区别。形式上的区别表现为解释客体和解释者的积极性程度不同;实质上的区别在于,前者是从宪法文字文本中探求制宪者的意图,后者着重于保障公民的基本权利。产生这些区别的外部原因主要是二战后对基本人权保护的重视和强化;内部原因则是20世纪初以来法理学的新发展以及由此引起的法律解释方法的变革。

An Analysis of the Interpretation Methods of Constitution:Difference and Cause Between Traditional and Modern Interpretation

There exists a distinction both in form and in essence between traditional and modern interpretation methods of constitution.The distinctions in form are indicated in the different degree of interpreting the constitution and the positivity degree of interpreter.The essential distinction lies in the former one exploring the intention of constitution framer from the perspective of constitution text,whereas the latter one emphasizes on ensuring citizens’ fundamental rights.The external reason for such distinctions is the emphasis and consolidation of fundamental human right protection after the World War II.The internal reasons are the new development of jurisprudence ever since 20th century and the reform of interpretation of law caused by it.