Regulatory Law
/ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪtəri lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law that governs the rules and procedures of administrative agencies and their regulatory functions.
Regulatory law requires businesses to comply with environmental standards set by the government.
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Commentary
Regulatory law intersects substantially with administrative law and focuses on the legal framework enabling agencies to enforce rules; drafters should distinguish regulatory statutes from general legislation.
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