Regulatory Agencies

/ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪtəri ˈeɪdʒənsiz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Governmental or independent organizations vested with authority to implement, enforce, and administer specific statutory regulations.
    The regulatory agencies oversee compliance with environmental laws.

Commentary

In legal drafting, specifying the relevant regulatory agency precisely aids clarity since multiple agencies may regulate overlapping domains.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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