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NeCede's

Maxim 2.2.16

A delegate cannot have a delegate.

Vicarius non habet vicarium.

Source: Jackson Difficulty 2/5 — Approachable

Explanation

A deputy or delegate has no power to appoint a sub-deputy — delegated authority rests with the person to whom it was entrusted and cannot be passed further.

Where this applies

  • A deputy tries to appoint their own sub-deputy.
  • An appointed agent attempts to further delegate their authority.

Legal domains

constitutionalsovereignty

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 2.2.16 — A delegate cannot have a delegate. — Jackson (Vicarius non habet vicarium.)

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