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Uniform Commercial Code

A comprehensive set of laws governing commercial transactions in the United States, including the sale of goods, negotiable instruments, and secured transactions.

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Uniform Commercial Code

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a comprehensive set of laws governing commercial transactions, adopted in some form by every state and the District of Columbia. It aims to provide uniformity and consistency across states’ commercial laws . The UCC covers various aspects of commerce , including the sale and lease of goods , negotiable instruments , secured transactions , as well as on other categories related to banks and commercial transactions .

See also: Commercial Law

[Last reviewed in July of 2024 by the Wex Definitions Team

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