Compliance Obligation

/kəmˈplaɪəns əˌblɪˈɡeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legal or regulatory duty that an entity must adhere to; encompasses laws, regulations, standards, and contractual requirements.
    The company implemented new procedures to fulfill its compliance obligations under environmental law.

Forms

  • compliance obligation
  • compliance obligations

Commentary

Used broadly in legal and regulatory contexts to identify specific duties required of entities; drafting should clearly specify the source and scope of each compliance obligation.

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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