Statutory Standard
/ˈstætʃʊˌtɔːri ˈstændərd/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal requirement or criterion established by statute that must be met to comply with the law.
The court applied the statutory standard to determine whether the defendant's conduct violated environmental regulations.
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- statutory standard
- statutory standards
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Commentary
Statutory standards often define specific thresholds or conditions legislatively mandated, distinct from common law standards. Drafting clarity is essential to ensure enforceability and avoid ambiguity between statutory and judicially developed standards.
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