Points System
/ˈpɔɪnts ˈsɪstəm/
Definitions
- (n.) A structured method used by legal or regulatory authorities to allocate points for specific actions, violations, or merits, often impacting eligibility or penalties.
The driver's license was suspended after accumulating too many points under the traffic points system.
- (n.) In employment law or contract law, a scheme to calculate benefits, bonuses, or status based on accrued points reflecting time served or performance.
The employee’s pension was calculated according to a points system based on years of service and salary.
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In legal drafting, clarify the specific context of the points system—whether related to penalties or benefits—to avoid ambiguity.
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