Uniform Codes
/ˈjunɪfɔrm koʊdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Standardized laws and regulations adopted by multiple jurisdictions to harmonize legal principles across states or regions.
The Uniform Commercial Code facilitates interstate commercial transactions by providing a consistent legal framework.
- (n.) A set of model statutes proposed by organizations such as the Uniform Law Commission to promote uniformity in state laws.
State legislatures often consider adopting uniform codes to reduce discrepancies in business regulations.
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- uniform codes
- uniform code
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Commentary
Uniform codes are drafted to promote legal consistency; when referencing, specify the particular code to avoid ambiguity.
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