Legal Definitions - supplendo vices

The Latin phrase supplendo vices translates to "by supplying the place" or "by taking the place of." It describes a situation where one person or entity steps into the role, duties, or authority of another, often temporarily or as a designated substitute.

• Imagine a scenario where the elected mayor of a city is suddenly called away for an urgent national conference and will be absent for several weeks. According to city ordinances, the Deputy Mayor automatically assumes all mayoral duties and responsibilities during this period. The Deputy Mayor is acting supplendo vices, effectively supplying the place of the absent mayor to ensure the continuity of city governance.

• Consider a large corporation where the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) unexpectedly falls ill and requires an extended leave of absence. The Board of Directors appoints the Vice President of Finance to serve as the interim CFO until the permanent CFO returns or a new one is appointed. In this situation, the Vice President of Finance is operating supplendo vices, filling the critical financial leadership role for the company.