Emergency Law
/ˈɛmɚdʒənsi lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) Special legal provisions or statutes activated during a state of emergency to grant authorities extraordinary powers.
The government enacted emergency law to manage the crisis effectively.
- (n.) Temporary legal measures limiting normal rights and procedures to address urgent situations threatening public safety or order.
Emergency law often involves curfews and restricted movement.
Forms
- emergency laws
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Commentary
Emergency law typically involves balancing state security and individual rights, and its application often raises constitutional and human rights concerns.
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