Standard Procedure

/ˈstændərd prəˈsiːdʒər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A prescribed or established method or set of steps followed in legal processes or administrative actions to ensure consistency and compliance.
    The court followed the standard procedure for filing appeals to maintain fairness.

Forms

  • standard procedures

Commentary

Use 'standard procedure' to refer broadly to customary or officially mandated steps in legal or administrative contexts, emphasizing uniformity and reliability.

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