(1) This Code shall not be construed strictly, either as against Her Majesty or as against a person accused of any offence, but shall be construed amply and beneficially for giving effect to the purposes thereof.
(2) In construing the provisions of this Code, a Court shall not be bound by any judicial decision or opinion on the construction of any other enactment or of the common law, as to the definition of any offence or any element of any offence.