Deviation
/ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A departure from a prescribed norm, rule, or contract term, often justifying legal remedy or sanctions.
The contractor's deviation from the specifications led to a breach of contract claim.
- (n.) In criminal law, an action or behavior that strays from legal or social norms and may be subject to penalty.
The statute addresses deviations that qualify as unlawful conduct.
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- deviation
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Commentary
Often appears in contract law and regulatory contexts; clarity in specifying the nature of deviation helps avoid ambiguity in legal drafting.
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