Irregularity
/ɪˌrɛɡjəˈlærɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) A deviation from prescribed legal procedures or formalities that may affect the validity of a process or document.
The court dismissed the case due to an irregularity in the service of process.
- (n.) An act or instance of noncompliance with statutory or regulatory requirements.
The audit revealed multiple irregularities in the company's financial records.
Forms
- irregularities
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Commentary
Irregularity often implies a procedural flaw that does not necessarily invalidate an action but may require correction or sanction.
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