fullmäktigen

Fullmäktigen is a Swedish term that translates to "plenipotentiary" or "representative with full powers." In a general sense, it refers to a person who has been granted authority to act on behalf of another, such as a government, an organization, or an individual. This authority is typically formalized through a document called a fullmakt.

The concept of fullmäktigen is prominent in Swedish administrative and legal contexts. For instance, when a company needs to authorize someone to sign contracts or make decisions on its behalf, they can issue a fullmakt to an individual who then becomes the fullmäktigen. This empowers them to perform specific actions within the scope of the granted authority. In governmental contexts, fullmäktigen might be appointed to represent a country in international negotiations or to hold a significant position requiring broad powers.

The extent of the fullmäktigen's power is defined by the fullmakt itself. It can be very specific, authorizing only certain actions, or it can be broad, granting general decision-making capabilities. The fullmakt serves as proof of the representative's authority and is often required to be presented when exercising these powers. The responsible party can revoke the fullmakt at any time, thereby withdrawing the granted authority. This system ensures accountability and clarity in delegated powers.