Statutory Notice
/ˈstætʃuˌtɔri ˈnoʊtɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal notification required by statute to inform a party of legal rights, duties, or changes affecting them.
The tenant received a statutory notice requiring them to pay rent within 14 days.
- (n.) A written communication mandated by law before certain legal actions can be taken, such as eviction or termination of contract.
The landlord must issue a statutory notice before initiating eviction proceedings.
Forms
- statutory notice
- statutory notices
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Commentary
Statutory notices often have strict formal requirements, including content and timing; failure to comply may invalidate legal actions that depend on such notice.
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