Unauthorized Spending
/ˌʌnˈɔːθəˌraɪzd ˈspɛndɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) Expenditure of funds that is not permitted by law, regulation, or authorized budget.
The audit revealed unauthorized spending of government resources on personal items.
- (n.) Financial disbursement made without appropriate approval or beyond approved limits, potentially resulting in legal consequences.
Unauthorized spending by the agency led to internal investigations and possible sanctions.
Forms
- unauthorized spending
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarity in defining the scope of authorized spending is essential to prevent ambiguity that could permit unauthorized spending.
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