A controversial law refers to legislation that generates significant public debate and disagreement among various stakeholders, including lawmakers, interest groups, and citizens. These laws often touch on sensitive issues such as civil rights, public health, or environmental policy, leading to polarized opinions. The controversy may stem from differing moral, ethical, or political beliefs, making the law a focal point for activism and discourse in society.
The decision was a very controversial one.The activist group PETA has been known to use controversial tactics.
Contention; dispute; debate; discussion; agitation of contrary opinions., Quarrel; strife; cause of variance; difference., A suit in law or equity; a question of right.
A lot of disagreement or argument about something
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enforced; writs of assistance
This would be a very controversial law. This law would take the meaning out of "charity" because it was forced. Therefore, this is a very unlikely law.
The Fugitive Slave Law
It isn't in the dictionary. I think it may be a misspelling of controversial.
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They don’t require congress to be a law and are only good for the term of the president.
Controversial means causing disagreement or argument among people due to being potentially sensitive or divisive in nature. It describes something that is likely to spark debate or differing opinions.
USA-Patriot Act