Administrative Adjudication
/ˌædmɪnɪˈstreɪtɪv əˌdʒuːdəˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which an administrative agency issues a decision or ruling that resolves a dispute or enforces regulations.
The agency's administrative adjudication determined the company's compliance with environmental laws.
- (n.) A quasi-judicial procedure conducted by government agencies to enforce statutes and regulations without court involvement.
Administrative adjudication allows agencies to impose fines directly on violators.
Forms
- administrative adjudication
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Commentary
Administrative adjudication typically involves procedures that resemble court trials but are conducted within agencies; clarity in distinguishing it from rulemaking is crucial in drafting.
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