In what scenario would a repealed law be considered a 'repeal by reenactment'?
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The question asks for the defining characteristic of a 'repeal by reenactment'. This legal concept involves a law being repealed and then essentially replaced by a new law that covers the same subject matter. The focus is on understanding the legal ramifications of such a repeal, especially concerning prior penalties.
Answer
When a law is repealed but its provisions are reenacted in the new law using similar terms.
A repealed law is considered a 'repeal by reenactment' when the law is repealed and its provisions are simultaneously reenacted in the same or substantially the same terms in the repealing law.
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A repealed law is considered a 'repeal by reenactment' when the law is repealed and its provisions are simultaneously reenacted in the same or substantially the same terms in the repealing law.
More Information
Repeal by reenactment ensures continuity of the law. The updated law takes effect without disrupting the legal framework.
Sources
- Repeal and reenactment :: 2023 Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes - law.justia.com
- REPEAL AND REENACTMENT, Minn. Stat. § 645.37 - casetext.com
- Repeal - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - simple.wikipedia.org
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