Legal Definitions - public person

Definition: A public person is a government or a person or organization that has been given authority by the government.

Examples:

• The President of the United States
• A member of Congress
• A judge
• A police officer

These examples illustrate the definition because they are all individuals who have been given authority by the government to carry out specific duties. The President of the United States, for example, is the head of the executive branch of the government and has the authority to make decisions on behalf of the country. A police officer has the authority to enforce the law and maintain public safety.