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In the US Ex Post Facto laws are constitutionally forbidden. Other jurisdictions is not so clear but it is generally frowned upon.
by IIAOPSW 7y ago
In the US Ex Post Facto laws are constitutionally forbidden. Other jurisdictions is not so clear but it is generally frowned upon.
- willis936 7y agoThe supreme court has weakened the definition in its interpretation. I find that absurd since I think the definition in the constitution sufficient.
- pnw_hazor 7y agoThe bar against ex post facto application of law in the US is limited to criminal laws. Civil laws, such as, immigration laws, are not so limited. That's why I encourage permanent resident immigrants (green card holders) to complete the naturalization process ASAP. (Assuming they want to retain the right to stay in the US.)
- IIAOPSW 7y agoWhere does this come from? Article I section 9 doesn't say anything about the scope being limited to criminal law.
- pnw_hazor 7y agohttps://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/article-1/section-9/clause-3/ex-post-facto-laws https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution-conan/article-1/sec...