KE glossary terms

Browse full definitions for every KE term in the Amicus glossary.

Keeper's License

/ˈkiːpərz ˈlaɪsəns/

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  1. (n.) A legal authorization granted to an individual allowing them to possess, care for, or operate certain animals, property, or equipment under statutory or regulatory control.
    The zoo obtained a keeper's license to lawfully care for exotic animals.
  2. (n.) A permit issued to an individual responsible for managing and safeguarding property or goods held in trust or bailment.
    Before handling the seized goods, the officer secured a keeper's license authorizing custody.

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  • keeper's license

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Commentary

This term typically applies in contexts involving custody or control over animals or property, emphasizing legal authorization for holding or managing such items under specific regulations.

Kernel

/ˈkɜːrnəl/

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  1. (n.) The essential core or central part of a legal argument, claim, or issue.
    The kernel of the plaintiff's argument was the breach of contract.
  2. (n.) In intellectual property law, the fundamental proprietary element or central claim within a patent or copyright.
    The kernel of the patent claimed the novel process for manufacturing.

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Commentary

Kernel is often used metaphorically in legal contexts to point to the essence of an argument or claim; precision in using it to indicate the central point helps clarify complex legal discussions.

Key Management

/ˈki ˈmænɪdʒmənt/

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  1. (n.) The process of handling cryptographic keys, including their generation, distribution, storage, use, and destruction to ensure security and integrity in legal and regulatory contexts.
    Effective key management is essential to complying with data protection laws involving encrypted information.

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  • key management

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Commentary

Key management is critical in legal frameworks governing data privacy and cybersecurity; drafting should specify procedures reflecting compliance standards.

Key Pair

/ˈkiː ˌpɛər/

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  1. (n.) A set of cryptographic keys comprising a public key and a private key used for secure digital communication and authentication.
    The lawyer used a key pair to encrypt confidential client documents.

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  • key pairs

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Commentary

In legal contexts, key pairs underpin secure electronic signatures and confidential communications; accuracy in referencing public vs. private key roles is important in drafting.

Key Performance Indicator

/ˌkiː pərˈfɔːrməns ɪnˈdɪkeɪtər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A measurable value used to evaluate the success of an organization or of a particular activity in fulfilling legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations.
    The contract included specific key performance indicators to ensure compliance with environmental laws.

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  • key performance indicator
  • key performance indicators

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Commentary

In legal contexts, KPIs often pertain to measuring adherence to contract terms, regulatory compliance, or statutory duties, thus requiring clear, objective criteria in drafting.

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