bill of attainder

Noun

A legislative act that singles out an individual or group for punishment without a trial.

ریشه

Originates from English law, where 'attainder' meant the extinction of civil rights resulting from a sentence of death or outlawry for treason or felony.

مثال

• The Constitution prohibits the passing of any bill of attainder.
• A bill of attainder was once used to punish perceived enemies of the state.
• The use of a bill of attainder is considered a violation of due process.

ترکیب‌های رایج

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