Enforcement Statute
/ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt ˈstætʃuːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A statute that provides the legal authority and procedures to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, or court orders.
The enforcement statute enables authorities to impose penalties on violators of environmental regulations.
Forms
- enforcement statute
- enforcement statutes
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Commentary
Enforcement statutes are critical for the practical operation of law, specifying how laws are upheld and violations addressed; drafters should ensure clear authority and procedural standards are delineated.
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