suspect classification

Definition of "suspect classification"
  1. A group that has certain characteristics making them likely targets of discrimination, typically based on factors such as race, national origin, and immigration status
How to use "suspect classification" in a sentence
  1. The court ruled that the policy unconstitutionally targeted a suspect classification.
  2. The study aimed at identifying incidence of suspect classification within the workplace.
  3. Anti-discriminatory laws are made to protect suspect classifications.

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