Ultra Vires Act
/ˈʌltrə ˈvaɪriz ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) An act performed beyond the scope of power or authority granted to a corporation, public authority, or individual, rendering the act void or unenforceable.
The contract was declared void because it was an ultra vires act beyond the company's articles of incorporation.
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- ultra vires act
- ultra vires acts
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Commentary
Ultra vires acts are central in administrative and corporate law to limit entities to their legally granted powers. Clear definition of authority scope in founding documents or statutes helps avoid ultra vires issues.
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