Laws and punishments

Verbs that collocate with law

• We must all observe the law at all times. [formal]
• People who refuse to obey the law should be punished. [less formal]
• A new law has been introduced/passed forbidding the use of mobile phones while driving.
• The company acted within the law as regards the rights of its employees. [formal]
• It is the job of the police to uphold/enforce the law. [make sure that people obey the law]