Informational uncertainty as a determinant of attitudes towards environmental law and behavior

• Published in: E3S web of conferences 2024-01, Vol.531, p.05020
• Main Author: Matveeva O.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• ISSN: 2267-1242
• DOI: 10.1051/e3sconf/202453105020

This article explores how information uncertainty affects people's attitudes to legal behavior in the context of environmental law. The article delves into the complexity of decision-making processes when you come across ambiguous or incomplete information regarding environmental regulations. By examining how uncertainty around laws and their enforcement affects relationships and compliance with legal norms, the study sheds light on the subtle interaction between information gaps and behavioral responses. The author studies how risk perception, trust in regulatory authorities and clarity of legal regulations contribute to the formation of people's attitudes towards compliance with environmental legislation. Understanding these dynamics can inform policy makers and regulators about strategies to increase clarity, transparency and communication in environmental law enforcement. By explaining the role of information uncertainty in shaping attitudes towards legal behavior, this article helps to develop more effective strategies to promote compliance with environmental requirements and environmental sustainability.