Civil Order
/ˈsɪvɪl ˈɔrdər/
Definitions
- (n.) The lawful organization and regulation of societal conduct to preserve peace and enforce civil laws.
The police were called to restore civil order after the protest turned violent.
- (n.) A formal judicial directive or decree issued in a civil lawsuit, commanding or prohibiting specific actions.
The court issued a civil order to prevent the defendant from selling the disputed property.
Forms
- civil order
- civil orders
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Commentary
In drafting, distinguish between civil order as societal peace and as a judicial mandate to avoid ambiguity.
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