(UK, law) A term in a tenancy agreement that allows the tenancy to come to an end before the stated date of termination. It may be enforced by either the landlord or the tenant.

plural of testing clause

(Scotland, law) The last clause in a Scottish deed, which narrates when and where the parties signed the deed, before what witnesses, by whose hand written, etc.

plural of conscience clause

(law) A clause in a law, affecting religious matters, to relieve persons of conscientious scruples, especially one to prevent their children being compelled to undergo particular religious instruction.

(law) A provision in a legal document or lease allowing a signatory or lessee to terminate the contract legally and usually without penalty under certain circumstances.

(US, law) A clause in the United States Constitution stating that Congress shall have the power "[t]o regulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and among the several States, and with the Indian Tribes."

plural of exit clause

Synonym of forum selection clause

Synonym of forum selection clause