Regulatory Controls

/ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪtəri kənˈtroʊlz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal or administrative rules imposed by government agencies to regulate behavior, ensure compliance, and enforce standards.
    The company must adhere to regulatory controls set forth by the environmental protection agency.

Forms

  • regulatory controls
  • regulatory control

Commentary

Regulatory controls often appear in statutes and administrative rules, and careful drafting distinguishes these from broader regulations or guidelines.

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