But the assertion in the Manhattan district attorney's brief reflects — in a particularly dramatic way — some prosecutors' belief that they can bully the court into refusing to enforce a constitutional guarantee simply by arguing that such enforcement would be an administrative and financial burden.
In addition, the Obama administration did all in its power to frustrate the enforcement of Judge Boasberg's order by refusing to enforce its terms first in September, and then in December 2016.
The F.E.C. has earned a well-deserved reputation for refusing to enforce the campaign finance laws.
The solution is to give defendants the option to have courts prevent settlements (by refusing to enforce them).
When, if ever, are public officials in a democracy justified in undermining or refusing to enforce such laws or policies?
Many have questioned why Ms Davis is still being paid if she is is refusing to enforce federal rules.
The executive branch of the French government was refusing to enforce a decision of its own judiciary.
On Monday night, Mr. Trump fired acting Attorney General Sally Q. Yates for refusing to enforce the visa ban.
Some political analysts say the police may be refusing to enforce the government's order, announced last month, to allow protest zones.
Not only is the government refusing to enforce the law, but it is making it more difficult for individuals to take action.
