Federal Regulations Legal Terms and Legal Words. Administrative Law Terminology

administrative hearing

A procedure established by an agency to fairly, accurately, and promptly determine the true facts and applicable law in disputes arising under the statutes and laws administered by the agency. … Full Definition »

Law topic: Federal Regulations << Legal issue: Administrative Law

administrative Procedure Act

is the United States Federal law that governs the way in which administrative agencies of the federal government may propose and establish regulations. The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) also sets up a process for the federal courts to directly review agency decisions. … Full Definition »

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Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL)

is a driver licensing system adopted by many states and designed to teach teens to drive by gradually increasing their driving privileges as they advance through the system. GDL consists of two segments of driver education instruction and three licensing levels. The three licensing levels in GDL are: a supervised learner's license (Level 1 License), an … Full Definition »

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Interactive Wireless Communication Device (IWCD)

IWCD is either a wireless phone, personal digital assistant, smart phone, portable or mobile computer or similar devices that can be used for texting, instant messaging, emailing or browsing the Internet. … Full Definition »

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