Binding Decision

/ˈbaɪndɪŋ dɪˈsɪʒən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A final and enforceable determination issued by a competent authority that obliges the parties to comply.
    The arbitration panel issued a binding decision that both parties must follow.

Forms

  • binding decisions

Commentary

A binding decision differs from advisory opinions by its enforceability; drafters should clarify the issuing authority's power when using this term.

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