separation of powers

1
: the constitutional allocation of the legislative, executive, and judicial powers among the three branches of government
2
: the doctrine under which the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government are not to infringe upon each other's constitutionally vested powers see also nondelegation doctrine

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“Separation of powers.” Merriam-Webster.com Legal Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/legal/separation%20of%20powers. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.

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