Security Law
/ˈsɪkjʊrɪti lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing the issuance, trading, and regulation of financial securities to protect investors and ensure market integrity.
Security law mandates disclosures by companies issuing stocks to the public.
- (n.) Legal rules relating to collateral and interests in personal property to secure obligations under the Uniform Commercial Code.
The creditor filed a financing statement under security law to perfect its interest in the debtor's assets.
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Commentary
Security law encompasses both the regulation of investment securities and doctrines governing secured transactions; context clarifies which domain applies.
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