Regulatory Investigation
/ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪtəri ˌɪnvɛstəˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An official inquiry conducted by a regulatory authority to ensure compliance with laws and regulations within specific industries or sectors.
The regulatory investigation uncovered several violations of environmental standards.
Forms
- regulatory investigation
- regulatory investigations
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Commentary
Regulatory investigations often precede formal enforcement actions and require careful documentation due to their potential legal consequences.
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