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22-2201. Interpretation of words and phrases.(1) In interpreting this code, such words and phrases as are defined inthis article shall be given the meanings indicated by their definitions,unless a particular context clearly requires a different meaning.
(2) Words or phrases not defined in this code but which are defined inthe Kansas criminal code shall have the meanings given therein except whena particular context clearly requires different meanings.
(3) Words and phrases used in this code and not expressly defined shallbe construed according to the rules governing the construction of statutesof this state.
History: L. 1970, ch. 129, § 22-2201; July 1.
