Obscurity
/əbˈskjʊrəti/
Definitions
- (n.) The condition of being unknown, inconspicuous, or not clearly expressed in a legal context, potentially affecting the interpretation or enforcement of a law or contract.
The contract's obscurity led to a dispute over its enforceability.
- (n.) The quality of ambiguity or vagueness in legal language that can cause uncertainty in legal rights or obligations.
The obscurity in the statute made its application unpredictable.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, avoiding obscurity is crucial to ensure clarity and predictable application of laws and contracts.
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