Homologation

/ˌhɒməˌlɒɡˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The official approval or certification of a product, particularly in regulatory, legal, or technical contexts, confirming compliance with established standards or requirements.
    The vehicle received homologation after passing all safety and emissions tests required by law.
  2. (n.) In law, the judicial confirmation or ratification of a foreign legal act or document, such as a will or a marriage, making it valid domestically.
    The court granted homologation of the foreign divorce decree, recognizing its legal effect.

Forms

  • homologation

Commentary

Homologation may refer to both administrative regulatory approvals and judicial acts of recognition; context determines its precise legal application.

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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