Do appraisers have the choice to use the jurisdictional exclusion rule for their assignments?

The jurisdictional exclusion rule allows appraisers to deviate from certain USPAP requirements if specific laws or regulations in their jurisdiction contradict those requirements. This means that appraisers indeed have the option to choose whether to invoke this rule in their assignments.

When appraisers find themselves in situations where local laws prevent compliance with certain aspects of USPAP, they can opt to use the jurisdictional exclusion rule. This flexibility recognizes that appraisers must adhere to legal standards that could supersede USPAP in specific cases. Therefore, the choice to apply this rule is dependent on the circumstances of each particular assignment and the relevant legal context, making it indeed a matter of choice for the appraiser.

Understanding the applicability of the jurisdictional exclusion helps appraisers remain compliant with both their ethical obligations under USPAP and their legal responsibilities, thus facilitating the integrity and validity of their work in varied regulatory environments.