Rule Definition
Unreferenced classes like any other example of dead code makes maintenance more difficult and more expensive (modification of unused code).
Remediation
Check if the class is going to be used. If not, then remove it from the environment.
Related Technologies
Technical Criterion
Dead code (static)
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