limited authority
[ˈlɪmɪtɪd ɔːˈθɒrɪti]
noun phrasepl: limited authorities
autoridade limitada
1. Legal or delegated power that is restricted in scope, duration, or application; authority that is constrained by specific conditions or boundaries
The manager has limited authority to approve expenses under $5,000.
O gerente tem autoridade limitada para aprovar despesas abaixo de $5.000.
2. In law, a grant of power to act on behalf of another person or entity within predetermined boundaries
The agent was given limited authority to negotiate the contract terms.
O agente recebeu autoridade limitada para negociar os termos do contrato.
3. Restricted jurisdiction or power of a government body or official to make decisions
The municipal council operates under limited authority granted by the state government.
O conselho municipal opera sob autoridade limitada concedida pelo governo estadual.
This term is fundamental in both American and Brazilian legal systems, particularly in corporate governance, administrative law, and agency relationships. In Brazil, the concept of 'autoridade limitada' is crucial in understanding the hierarchical structures of both government institutions and private organizations, where clear delineation of power is essential for compliance and accountability.
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