Official Communication
/ˈɒfɪʃəl kəˌmjunɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal conveyance of information issued by a government, public authority, or authorized entity to communicate decisions, notices, or legal requirements.
The official communication from the agency clarified the new regulatory standards.
- (n.) A legally recognized document or message that serves as evidence of notification or compliance in administrative and judicial processes.
Receipt of the official communication was necessary to validate the summons.
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- official communication
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Commentary
Typically used in administrative law and regulatory contexts, official communications must often follow prescribed formats and channels to be valid and effective.
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