Statutory Exemption
/ˈstætʃuˌtɔːri ɪɡˈzɛmʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A provision in a statute that exempts certain individuals, entities, or activities from the operation of a particular legal requirement or obligation.
The company claimed a statutory exemption from the new environmental regulations.
Forms
- statutory exemptions
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Commentary
Statutory exemptions must be clearly expressed in legislation; drafters should specify the scope and limitations to avoid ambiguity in application.
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