Administrative Order

/ˌædmɪˈnɪstrətɪv ˈɔːrdər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A directive issued by a government agency or official to implement or enforce regulations or policies.
    The agency issued an administrative order to comply with environmental standards.
  2. (n.) A ruling by a public authority that governs internal agency procedures or disciplinary actions without judicial involvement.
    The disciplinary action was taken pursuant to an administrative order by the department head.

Forms

  • administrative orders

Commentary

Administrative orders differ from judicial orders in that they are issued by executive agencies rather than courts, often to effectuate statutes or manage internal governance.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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