Interpretative Ruling

/ɪnˌtɜːrpɹɪˈteɪtɪv ˈruːlɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An official decision or guideline issued by an authority to clarify the meaning or application of laws or regulations.
    The tax agency issued an interpretative ruling to guide taxpayers on new compliance requirements.

Forms

  • interpretative ruling
  • interpretative rulings

Commentary

Interpretative rulings provide authoritative guidance but typically lack the binding force of law courts' decisions.

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