Legal Exemption
/ˈliːɡəl ɛksɛm(p)ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal provision that frees a person or entity from a duty, liability, or penalty otherwise imposed by law.
The company claimed a legal exemption from environmental regulations.
- (n.) An authorized exclusion from a general legal obligation, such as taxation or compulsory service.
Certain nonprofits receive a legal exemption from property taxes.
Forms
- legal exemption
- legal exemptions
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Commentary
Legal exemptions typically require explicit statutory or regulatory authority and are often narrowly construed; drafters should specify the scope and conditions clearly to avoid ambiguity.
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