Legislative Drafting
/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪtɪv ˈdrɑːftɪŋ/
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- (n.) The process of drafting bills, laws, and legal documents with precision and clarity to ensure enforceability and coherence within statutory frameworks.
Effective legislative drafting is essential for creating laws that withstand judicial scrutiny.
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Legislative drafting requires balancing technical legal precision with policy goals, often involving iterative consultation with stakeholders.
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