Audit Trail
/ˈɔː.dɪt treɪl/
Definitions
- (n.) A chronological record of all activities, changes, or transactions relevant to a legal or compliance matter, used to verify and trace data integrity and accountability.
The audit trail demonstrated compliance with regulatory requirements during the financial review.
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- audit trails
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Commentary
In legal contexts, an audit trail is critical for establishing evidence authenticity and supporting due diligence; drafting should clarify the scope and contents of the trail relevant to compliance or litigation needs.
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