# Regulator

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBKsKSLjVdAm86mHUg8gHf2

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Regulatory Agency

**Alternative Labels:**

- Regulatory Authority

## Definition

A regulator is an entity, typically a government agency or authority, responsible for overseeing and enforcing specific regulations within a particular industry or sector. Regulators ensure compliance with laws, standards, and guidelines to protect public interests, such as consumer safety, environmental protection, and market fairness.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBQGborh1CfXanGZipDL0Qo

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBCzyIAi2Hjl80hfQr8wAMR
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBLYLKMD32yWd9Wva6rGSya
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RBWo88jsbY4qHzhlTFr5Np7
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RCDwLiS22z6MzQaQHS08hvk

**Deprecated:** False