Legal Publication
/ˈliːɡəl ˌpʌblɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The official or authorized issuance of legal texts, such as statutes, regulations, or court opinions, to inform the public and ensure legal enforceability.
The legal publication of the new statute marked its effective date.
- (n.) A printed or electronic medium designated by law for disseminating notices, judgments, or legislative acts.
The court required a legal publication of the summons in a local newspaper.
Forms
- legal publications
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Commentary
Legal publication often must comply with prescribed formats and venues to satisfy due process and effective notice requirements.
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