ultra vires
ul·tra vi·res
adv or adj \ˌəl-trə-ˈvī-(ˌ)rēz\Definition of ULTRA VIRES
: beyond the scope or in excess of legal power or authority
Origin of ULTRA VIRES
New Latin, literally, beyond power
First Known Use: 1793
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