1. A legislative amendment that limits or constrains the scope, application, or effect of a bill or existing law
The restricted amendment prevented the bill from being applied retroactively.
A emenda restrita impediu que o projeto de lei fosse aplicado retroativamente.
2. In constitutional law, an amendment that narrows rights or powers previously granted
The restricted amendment to the constitution reduced voting rights for certain groups.
A emenda restrita à constituição reduziu direitos de voto para certos grupos.