Legal Constraints
/ˈliːɡəl kənˈstreɪnts/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal requirements or limitations imposed by law, regulation, or judicial decision that restrict or guide actions or decisions.
The contract was drafted carefully to comply with all legal constraints imposed by federal law.
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- legal constraints
- legal constraint
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Commentary
Legal constraints often serve as boundaries ensuring lawful conduct; drafters should clearly distinguish these from discretionary guidelines.
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