takings clause law

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Definition of takings clause law in English English dictionary

(Fizik) The Takings Clause refers to the last clause of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. constitution that limits the power of eminent domain. The taking clause requires the entity to pay just compensation on taking private property for public use. The purpose of the takings clause is to ensure that the financial burdens of public policy are shared by the entire public and not unfairly placed on individual property owners

Turkish pronunciation

teykîngz klôz lô

Pronunciation

/ˈtākəɴɢz ˈklôz ˈlô/ /ˈteɪkɪŋz ˈklɔːz ˈlɔː/