Outdated
/ˌaʊtˈdeɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) No longer current or valid in law due to passage of time or legal changes.
The court deemed the statute outdated and unenforceable.
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Commentary
Often used to describe laws or regulations that have been replaced or invalidated by newer ones; drafting should clarify effective dates to avoid ambiguity.
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