Comparative law notes
Instead of using the word "authority" by itself, if the context involves a government or state body, we would suggest adding the words "public" or "government" in front of "authority".
There are multiple definitions - click on the translation that matches your context.
- authority
- government agency
Behörde means:
Behörde
Substantiv
full
authority
noun
Definitions of authority
(also: precedent) an important judicial decision or accepted source of information that can be used to help support a case
Mr Popkins referred to a number of respected authorities during his legal arguments.
a body with administrative powers and the legal power to enforce the law; a group of people with official responsibility for something
The Park Authority is responsible for maintaining the national parks.
the official or legal power given to a person or an institution to do something
The agent had no authority to take out a loan on behalf of the company.