Legislative Reform
/ˌlɛdʒɪˈsleɪtɪv rɪˈfɔrm/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of reviewing and amending existing laws to improve or update legal frameworks.
The government initiated a legislative reform to modernize the criminal code.
Forms
- legislative reforms
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Commentary
Legislative reform often involves both substantive changes to legal provisions and procedural updates; clarity in scope and objectives is crucial when drafting reform proposals.
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