Morality Law
/ˈmɒr.əl.ɪ.ti lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A body of rules or principles concerning right and wrong conduct, recognized or enforced through a legal system or set of legal norms.
Morality law often intersects with criminal law in legislating prohibited behaviors.
Forms
- morality laws
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Commentary
Morality law typically encompasses legal norms derived from societal moral values; drafters should clarify the relationship between legal enforceability and moral principles to avoid ambiguity.
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