Határozatképességét

Határozatképességét translates from Hungarian to English as "its decision-making capacity" or "its quorum." In a legal and administrative context, it refers to the condition under which a body, such as a committee, council, or parliament, is legally empowered to make valid decisions. This capacity is typically determined by the presence of a sufficient number of its members.

The specific number required for a body to achieve határozatképességét is usually stipulated in the relevant legislation, statute, or internal rules of procedure. This number is often expressed as a majority of the total membership, or sometimes a fixed minimum number of members. If the required number of members is not present at a meeting, the body is considered not to have határozatképességét, and therefore, any decisions made or votes taken during that meeting are invalid.

The concept of határozatképességét is crucial for ensuring the legitimacy and accountability of decision-making processes. It prevents a small, unrepresentative group from making decisions on behalf of the entire body and helps to guarantee that decisions are made with a reasonable level of participation and deliberation. When a body lacks határozatképességét, it cannot conduct official business.