permanent law
[ˈpɜːrmənənt lɔː]
nounpl: permanent laws
lei permanente
1. A law that remains in effect indefinitely until explicitly repealed or amended, as opposed to temporary or provisional legislation
The constitutional amendment established a permanent law regarding voting rights.
A emenda constitucional estabeleceu uma lei permanente sobre direitos de voto.
2. Legislation that applies continuously without expiration date or sunset clause
Unlike emergency measures, permanent laws are designed to govern society long-term.
Diferentemente das medidas de emergência, as leis permanentes são projetadas para governar a sociedade a longo prazo.
In both Brazilian and American legal systems, permanent laws represent the backbone of statutory frameworks. In Brazil, these are typically codified in the Código Civil or other federal legislation. The distinction between permanent and temporary laws is crucial in legislative practice, affecting how bills are drafted, debated, and enforced.
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