official authority; ex-officio authority; power
Refers to the authority or power vested in a person by virtue of their official position or office. Often used in legal, administrative, or organizational contexts.
The mayor overturned the decision using his official authority.
警察官が職権を乱用してはいけない。
Police officers must not abuse their authority.
The official abused his authority for personal gain.
The judge exercised his official authority and ordered an investigation.
The prosecutor started the investigation on his own authority.
authority of the chair; power of the Speaker; power of the President of the House of Councillors