Embargoed Persons

/ɪmˈbɑrɡoʊd ˈpɜrsənz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Individuals or entities subject to legal or regulatory restrictions that prohibit certain types of transactions or interactions, often due to sanctions or trade embargoes.
    The company conducted due diligence to ensure it did not engage with embargoed persons listed by the government.

Forms

  • embargoed persons

Commentary

This term typically appears in contexts involving international trade law and national security regulations, where precise identification of embargoed persons is critical to compliance.

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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