Conceptual and Linguistic « Surprises » in Comparative Administrative Law

Jean-Bernard Auby

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APA: Auby, J. (2023). Conceptual and Linguistic « Surprises » in Comparative Administrative Law. FYPL, Issue 1.

MLA: Jean-Bernard Auby. 'Conceptual and Linguistic « Surprises » in Comparative Administrative Law.' FYPL Issue 1 (2023).

CHICAGO: Auby, Jean-Bernard, 'Conceptual and Linguistic « Surprises » in Comparative Administrative Law,' FYPL Issue 1 (2023).

HARVARD: Auby, J. (2023). 'Conceptual and Linguistic « Surprises » in Comparative Administrative Law', FYPL, Issue 1

 

Abstract

This paper shares amusing and surprising examples from the world of comparative administrative law. It explores cases of “unexpected asymmetries” where identical legal categories are interpreted differently in various administrative systems. These examples, categorized from linguistic quirks to institutional shifts across borders, offer a glimpse into the playful and intriguing aspects of comparative law.



Issue 1, 2023