Standards Law

Definitions

  1. (n.) A body of laws and regulations that establish mandatory technical or quality requirements for products, services, or processes to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance.
    The standards law requires all electrical appliances to meet safety criteria before sale.

Forms

  • standards law
  • standards laws

Commentary

Standards law often intersects with regulatory regimes and may derive authority from administrative or statutory law; drafters should specify the scope and enforcement mechanisms clearly.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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