Overcriminalization
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Overcriminalization is a noun meaning Excessive criminalizing: making too many things criminal.
Meaning
Excessive criminalizing: making too many things criminal.
Example Sentences
This short article explains how the present American overcriminalization violates biblical principles of justice.
Word Forms
- overcriminalisation
Antonyms for overcriminalization
Common opposites include undercriminalization.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include overlegalization, overprosecution, overpenalization, overincarceration, overregulation, overenforcement.
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