federal law

American  

[fed-er-uhl law] / ˈfɛd ər əl ˈlɔ /

noun

1. a law or body of laws passed by the central government of the United States or of any other country comprising states, provinces, or other quasi-autonomous units.

   This act to protect migratory birds is a federal law enforcing an international agreement to which the United States is a party.

   She is an expert on federal law.

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federal law

The agency said its officers are trained to enforce immigration laws while protecting public safety and complying with federal law.

From Salon ● Aug. 2, 2026

“Any subpoena issued by the Department of Justice is done so in full compliance with federal law and internal Department policy,” a Justice Department spokesperson said Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026

Dhillon said the division brings cases wherever it sees violations of federal law.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026

The existence of a private contract between the firm and the court had never been revealed before, because federal law did not require disclosure.

From Slate ● Jul. 15, 2026

Some members were U.S. residents, living in Los Angeles until 1996, when a federal law began requiring judges to deport them if they committed serious crimes.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario