zákonitý

The Czech adjective "zákonitý" translates to several English terms depending on the context, most commonly "lawful," "legal," or "statutory." It denotes something that is in accordance with the law or a legally established rule. For instance, a "zákonitý postup" refers to a lawful procedure, meaning it follows the established legal framework. Similarly, a "zákonitý zástupce" is a legal representative, someone authorized by law to act on another's behalf.

The term "zákonitý" emphasizes adherence to written legislation or codified statutes. It implies that an action or status has been formally recognized and validated by the legal system. This contrasts with terms that might refer to moral or natural order, focusing instead on man-made legal principles. In legal documents and everyday discourse, "zákonitý" serves to distinguish actions or relationships that are officially sanctioned from those that are not.

Furthermore, "zákonitý" can also imply something that is natural or inherent, as in a "zákonitý následek" (natural consequence). In this sense, it refers to an outcome that is an inevitable result of a preceding event or condition, akin to a law of nature. However, the primary and most frequent usage of "zákonitý" pertains to matters of legal compliance and authorization within a defined jurisdiction.