legality
Definition 1
Implied warranty that an act, agreement, or contract strictly adheres to the statutes of a particular jurisdiction. For example, in insurance contracts it is assumed that all risks covered under the policy are legal ventures. See also legal purpose.
Definition 2
Legal principle that an accused may not be prosecuted for an act that is not declared a crime in that jurisdiction.
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