Government License
/ˈɡʌvərnmənt ˈlaɪsəns/
Definitions
- (n.) An official permission or authorization granted by a governmental authority to engage in a regulated activity, use property, or carry out specific actions.
The company obtained a government license to operate a private security firm.
- (n.) A regulatory instrument that delineates conditions and restrictions under which the licensee may legally operate.
The government license stipulates strict safety standards for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Forms
- government license
- government licenses
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish government licenses from private licenses by emphasizing the issuing authority and regulatory context.
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