Breach of Statute
/ˈbriːtʃ əv ˈstætʃuːt/
Definitions
- (n.) An act of violating a statute by failing to comply with its requirements, which may give rise to legal liability or consequences.
The company faced penalties due to a breach of statute concerning environmental regulations.
Forms
- breach of statute
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Commentary
A breach of statute differs from a breach of contract as it involves violation of a legislative enactment rather than private agreements.
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