administrative law

noun

: law dealing with the establishment, duties, and powers of and available remedies against authorized agencies in the executive branch of the government

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Applicants who believe their claim was wrongly denied can request reconsideration and, if necessary, a hearing before an administrative law judge. Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 10 June 2026 An administrative law judge in February of this year upheld the citation, the lawsuit said. Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 10 June 2026 On Wednesday, attorneys for both sides argued their points before a state administrative law judge. Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 3 June 2026 After retiring as an administrative law judge for the state, Blubaugh dedicated his time to helping Sacramento’s homeless community through Loaves and Fishes. David Caraccio may 22, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for administrative law

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of administrative law was in 1810

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“Administrative law.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/administrative%20law. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

Legal Definition

administrative law

noun
: the branch of the law dealing with government agencies

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