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3 domain-specific abstractions whose origin domain is Public Law.

  • Judicial deference — A doctrine or posture in which a reviewing court gives weight, latitude or decisional priority to another institution's judgment within a defined field, standard and constitutional boundary.
  • Proportionality (law) — A legal principle requiring a measure that limits rights or imposes burdens to remain suitably related to a legitimate aim, often through suitability, necessity and balancing tests.
  • Sunset provision — A legal clause that causes a statute, regulation, program or authority to expire on a specified date unless renewed by further action.