What occurs automatically when a law precludes an appraiser from complying with a part of USPAP?

When a law precludes an appraiser from complying with a part of the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), a jurisdictional exception is created. This is significant because USPAP is designed to provide ethical and performance standards for appraisers. However, if a specific law or regulation contradicts or imposes mandatory requirements that an appraiser cannot follow while also adhering to USPAP, the jurisdictional exception allows the appraiser to comply with the law instead.

In this context, the jurisdictional exception effectively acknowledges that compliance with certain laws may take precedence over USPAP requirements. It ensures that appraisers are not held to impossible standards when legal obligations conflict with professional standards. By recognizing the jurisdictional exception, the framework within which appraisers operate remains functional and reasonable, accommodating situations where adherence to the law is paramount. This understanding underscores the balance between ethical standards set by USPAP and the legal realities that professionals may face in their practice.