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Define: Unauthorized Person

The meaning of “Unauthorized Person” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is AuthorizeHow is Unauthorized Person defined in a legal contract?

  • Unauthorized Person means any individual who accesses specific data without a task assignment that reasonably permits access, or irrespective of the individual's assignment, for a purpose not outlined in the required procedures. Seen in 24 SEC filings
  • Unauthorized Person means a person who does not hold the qualifications to serve as a trustee according to a particular [clause]. Seen in 9 SEC filings
  • Unauthorized Person means any individual other than a specific persons granted access and authority. Seen in 8 SEC filings
  • Unauthorized Person means a person who directly or indirectly engages in specific business activities. Seen in 6 SEC filings
  • Unauthorized Person means any person who is not an officer or director of an [organization], or an employee, officer or director of a subsidiary or affiliate of an [organization] for whom the disclosure of certain knowledge or information is necessary for their assigned duties, or a person explicitly authorized by the [organization] to receive disclosure of such knowledge or information. Seen in 6 SEC filings
  • Unauthorized Person means a person who is violating specific laws against trespassing, apart from a tenant or guest. Seen in 4 SEC filings

Note: pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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d Person defined in a legal contract?

  • Authorized Person means any officer or other person given the authority by an organization to provide instructions on its behalf. The scope of this authority might be limited, as outlined in a written document signed by both involved parties. Seen in 713 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Person means any individual, regardless of their employment status with an organization, who's authorized to issue certificates or give instructions about one or more accounts. These individuals are designated in a document which is periodically updated. Seen in 643 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Person means any individual, including investment managers or agents, who has been granted the authority to act on the customer's behalf by written notice. These individuals will maintain their authority until the bank is informed that they are no longer authorized. Seen in 455 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Person means any officer or person who has been authorized to provide oral and written instructions on behalf of an organization. These individuals are listed in a periodically updated document. Seen in 445 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Person means any officer or person who has been authorized to issue commands on behalf of an organization by written notice. This authorization lasts until either the organization or its investment advisor informs that the person is no longer authorized. Seen in 353 SEC filings.
  • Authorized Person means any authorized officer or person, whether they are an officer or employee of an organization, who is allowed to give instructions, as communicated in writing from time to time. Seen in 350 SEC filings.

Note: pulled this data out of Genie Definition 1

  • Unauthorized Person means any individual accessing data or performing activities without required assignment or express authorization.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Disclosing sensitive information to a third party.
  • Setting terms and conditions for access to private data.
  • Defining roles and responsibilities in relation to confidential information in a professional setting.

Relevant Sectors

SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Authorized Person means an individual given definitive authority to act or give instructions on an organization's behalf.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Appointing a representative to act on an organization's behalf in a specific project or deal.
  • Establishing roles and responsibilities in staffing or partnership situations.
  • Outlining authority in decision-making instances within an organization.

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Unauthorized Person means an individual trespassing or not meeting necessary qualifications.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Leasing property to a tenant.
  • Hiring new employees and setting job qualifications.
  • Organizing events and controlling access to event space.

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Authorized Person means an officer or designated individual who can issue certificates or provide instructions about an organization's accounts.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Granting an individual the authority to manage financial accounts or assets.
  • Appointing an individual to oversee franchise operations.
  • Defining authority for investment decisions within an organization.

Relevant Sectors

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Unauthorized Person means any individual accessing data or performing activities without required assignment or express authorization.

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