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ULTRA VIRES

Lat.: beyond, in excess of powers. That which is beyond the power authorized by law. 1. an action of a corporation that is beyond the powers conferred upon it by its charter, or by the statute under which it was created. 2. acts of public officials beyond their authority. See quo warranto. Source: Barron's Dictionary of Legal Terms, Steven H. Gifis, 5th Edition; © 2016