administrative laws
[əd-ˈmi-nə-ˌstrā-tiv lôz]
nounpl: administrative laws
leis administrativas
1. Body of laws and regulations that govern the operation and procedures of government agencies and their interactions with citizens and businesses
Administrative laws establish the rules for how federal agencies must operate and make decisions.
As leis administrativas estabelecem as regras de como os órgãos federais devem operar e tomar decisões.
2. The legal framework that regulates the activities, powers, and duties of executive agencies and officials
Administrative laws include regulations on licensing, permits, and public hearings.
As leis administrativas incluem regulamentações sobre licenças, permissões e audiências públicas.
3. Laws dealing with the rights and remedies of individuals in their dealings with administrative agencies
Administrative laws provide citizens with the right to appeal agency decisions.
As leis administrativas conferem aos cidadãos o direito de recorrer das decisões administrativas.
In Brazil, administrative laws are fundamental to governance and are extensively taught in law schools as 'Direito Administrativo.' These laws are crucial for regulating public administration (administração pública) and protecting citizens' rights against arbitrary government action. The concept is essential in both Brazilian and Portuguese legal systems, where administrative courts (Justiça Administrativa) specifically handle disputes involving administrative law. In the United States, administrative laws grew significantly in the 20th century with the expansion of federal agencies and regulatory bodies.
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