Adapt Laws
Definition
Adapting laws refers to modifying existing legislation or creating new laws in response to changing circumstances, needs, or societal developments.
Analogy
Imagine you have a smartphone with different apps. Just like how you update your apps regularly to fix bugs and add new features, adapting laws means making changes to ensure they remain relevant and effective in addressing current issues.
Related terms
Legislation: The process of creating, amending, or repealing laws by a legislative body such as Congress.
Regulations: Detailed rules established by executive agencies that interpret and implement specific laws.
Legal Framework: The overall structure and principles upon which legal systems are based.
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