Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

enforcement action

noun

/ɪnˈfɔːrsmənt ˈækʃən/

Definition

Measures taken by authorities to compel compliance with laws or regulations.

Examples

The agency initiated an enforcement action against the company for violating environmental regulations.
After several warnings, the local government took enforcement action to address the noise complaints from the community.

Meaning

Enforcement action refers to the steps or procedures that legal authorities undertake to ensure that laws are followed, and to take corrective actions when violations occur.