Municipal Ordinances
/ˌmjuːnɪˈsɪpəl ɔːrdəˌnənsɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Legally binding rules or laws enacted by a municipal authority, governing local matters within its jurisdiction.
The city council passed new municipal ordinances to regulate noise levels after 10 PM.
Forms
- municipal ordinances
- municipal ordinance
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Commentary
Municipal ordinances are subordinate to state and federal law and typically address local issues; drafters should ensure ordinances do not conflict with higher laws.
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