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enforcement system

[ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt ˈsɪstəm]
nounpl: enforcement systems
sistema de aplicação/execução da lei
1. A structured set of mechanisms, procedures, and institutions designed to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, or rules
The enforcement system includes police, courts, and regulatory agencies working together.
O sistema de aplicação da lei inclui polícia, tribunais e agências regulatórias trabalhando juntas.
2. The organized framework through which penalties and sanctions are imposed for violations
An effective enforcement system deters criminal activity.
Um sistema de execução eficaz desestimula atividades criminosas.
Synonyms
legal systemjudicial systemlaw enforcement apparatuscompliance mechanismregulatory framework
Antonyms
lawlessnessanarchynon-compliance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema de aplicação da lei
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
sistema de execução de normas
Often used in business/regulatory contexts
Portugal
sistema de execução da lei
Standard term in Portuguese legal context

Related Idioms & Phrases

rule of law
law and order
justice system
due process
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