bylaw

[/ˈbaɪlɔː/]
nounpl: bylaws
estatuto, regulamento interno, norma de funcionamento
1. A rule or regulation made by a company or society to control the actions of its members
The bylaws of the corporation outline the procedures for board meetings.
Os estatutos da corporação descrevem os procedimentos para reuniões do conselho.
2. A local law or ordinance enacted by a municipal government
The city passed a new bylaw prohibiting smoking in public spaces.
A cidade aprovou um novo regulamento proibindo fumar em espaços públicos.
3. Rules governing the internal affairs and proceedings of an organization
Members must follow the club's bylaws regarding membership dues.
Os membros devem seguir os regulamentos do clube sobre taxas de associação.
Bylaws are fundamental to organizational governance in both the USA and Brazil. In the US, corporate bylaws are legally binding documents that govern shareholder and board meetings. In Brazil, 'estatutos sociais' serve a similar function for companies and associations. Municipal bylaws (ordenanças municipais) are common in both countries for regulating local conduct. Understanding bylaws is essential for compliance in any formal organization.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
regulationordinancerulestatuteregulation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estatuto; regulamento interno
Most common translations for corporate or organizational bylaws
Brazil - Municipal Context
lei municipal; decreto
Used when referring to local government ordinances
Portugal
regulamento; estatuto social
Similar usage but often with emphasis on 'regulamento' for procedural rules

Related Words

statuteregulationordinanceregulationamendmentarticle

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow the bylaws
according to the bylaws
bylaw enforcement
bylaw officer
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