Illegal
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- For other uses of the word illegal, see illegals.
Illegal, or unlawful, describes that which is either prohibited or not authorized by law. In general, conduct is made illegal by statute, rule, or regulation.
Rules make conduct illegal in a non-legal setting. For example, rules often dictate how a game is played.
Statutes make conduct illegal and are punishable by law. Violation of a statute can result in civil forfeiture or criminal prosecution.
Regulations are created by administrative agencies. Violation of a regulation often results in administrative law proceedings or legal action.