Glossary
Overview of environmental regulations in France

Code; statute book

Collection of legislative and regulatory rules governing a particular area of law.

Développement durable; sustainable development

"Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs", quote from Mrs Gro Harlem Brundtland, Norwegian Prime Minister (1987).

Ecology

Doctrine aimed at achieving a better balance between man and his natural environment, and protecting the latter.

Infraction; offense

Violation of a text punishable by imprisonment and/or a fine.

Police; police

Ensuring the safety of people and property.

Police administrative; administrative police

Police action to prevent breaches of public order (public safety, public tranquility, public morality).

Judicial police

Police force responsible for recording offences...