Uniform Commercial Code
/ˈjuːnɪfɔrm kəˈmɜːrʃəl koʊd/
Definitions
- (n.) A comprehensive set of laws governing commercial transactions in the United States, designed to harmonize the law of sales and other commercial dealings across states.
The Uniform Commercial Code facilitates interstate commerce by providing standardized legal rules.
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Commentary
UCC is often cited by article number and is key for drafting and interpreting commercial contracts; practitioners should specify the relevant article to avoid ambiguity.
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