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33. With regards to criminal laws, yes, but not with regards to civil laws. See below:

Wed Jan 7, 2026, 02:05 PM

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Retroactive laws aren't inherently unconstitutional, but the U.S. Constitution strictly prohibits certain types, particularly criminal laws that disadvantage a person after the fact (ex post facto laws) and bills of attainder, found in Article I, Section 9. While civil retroactive laws are generally allowed, they must still respect Due Process (Fifth/Fourteenth Amendments) and Contract Clause (Article I, Section 10), ensuring fairness and preventing unforeseen liability for past actions, with retroactive tax laws facing scrutiny for due process and equal protection.

Statutes that retroactively change civil rules (like tax laws or regulations) are permissible but must meet constitutional tests, particularly under the Due Process Clause.

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With regards to criminal laws, yes, but not with regards to civil laws. See below: in2herbs Wednesday #33

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