Meaning of retroactivity | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The state or characteristic of being retroactive.
   uncountable, usually
2. The application of a law to events that took place before it was made.
   uncountable, usually

Equivalents

Examples

“Should the legislation pass with the retroactivity provision, the firm's percentage would apply to the amount already due the states; if not, it would apply to the amount they collect over the next 12 years.”

“it must be pointed out that the distinction between retroactivity and retrospectivity, while describing a real difference in the verbal form in which retrospective law is expressed, lacks normative and practical significance.”

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