written consent
noun
somewhat formal
: a document giving permission
We need written consent before we can publish the photograph.
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Another related bill signed by Hochul requires written consent from heirs or executors if a person wants to use the name, image, or likeness of an individual for commercial purposes after their death.
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Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 22 Dec. 2025
During the interview in the emergency room, Heskett gave investigators written consent to search his phone.
—Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
On Tuesday, the Florida Department of State confirmed its involvement in the flights from Texas to Sacramento and sent video of migrants giving verbal and written consent to be transported to California.
—Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 7 June 2023
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Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 22 Dec. 2025
During the interview in the emergency room, Heskett gave investigators written consent to search his phone.
—Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025
On Tuesday, the Florida Department of State confirmed its involvement in the flights from Texas to Sacramento and sent video of migrants giving verbal and written consent to be transported to California.
—Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 7 June 2023
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“Written consent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/written%20consent. Accessed 25 Dec. 2025.
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