Define: Authenticated Copy

The meaning of “Authenticated Copy” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Authenticated Copy defined in a legal contract?

  • Authenticated Copy means a self-attested duplicate of any document required under the applicable rules. Seen in 59 SEC Filings
  • Authenticated Copy means a self-verified duplicate of any document. Seen in 16 SEC Filings
  • Authenticated Copy means a genuine duplicate of a document, certified by a Notary Public, within the meaning of the Notaries Act. Seen in 1 SEC Filing
  • Authenticated Copy means a self-attested duplicate of any document by the applicant or an authorized person. Seen in 1 SEC Filing

Please note these definitions are based on interpretations found in multiple SEC Filings and may not fit every context perfectly. It is crucial to consult with a legal professional when drafting or interpreting a legal document.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of authenticated copy' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Authenticated Copy means a self-attested duplicate of any requisite document, certified by a notary public under [governing law].

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Document verification processes
  • Notary verifications
  • Legal proceedings requiring proof of documentation

Relevant Sectors

Genie Definition 2

  • Authenticated Copy means a self-attested copy of any document, as validated by an authorized individual or the applicant.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Document verification for business dealings
  • Individual document validations
  • Transactions requiring proof of authorization

Relevant Sectors

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What is the most popular definition of 'Authenticated Copy'?

Authenticated Copy means a self-attested duplicate of any requisite document, certified by a notary public under [governing law].

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