🗳️ap comparative government review

Anti-terrorism laws

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Government legislation designed to prevent and punish terrorist activities, often used to justify restrictions on privacy, freedom of movement, expression, and religion.

AP course connection

Topic 3.7: 3.7 Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

Unit 3

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