How is Good Character defined in a legal contract?
- Good Character means the absence of a track record of dishonest or criminal activities. Seen in 11 SEC filings.
- Good Character means possessing qualities that are pertinent and reasonably associated with the current fitness or capacity to deliver services in legal proceedings. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
- Good Character means the moral benchmarks and qualifications crucial for an applicant for a [license]. This term encompasses good judgement, integrity, honesty, fairness, credibility, reliability, respect for others, respect for the laws of the [state] and [nation], self-discipline, self-evaluation, initiative, and dedication to the profession of [occupation] and its values and ethics. Seen in 5 SEC filings.
- Good Character for registration means the applicant is honest and possesses integrity, as well as attributes that are in line with public protection, public trust in the profession, and the capacity to practice in accordance with expected professional standards. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
- Good Character means qualities that reasonable people would deem significant to practicing law. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
- Good Character means a character that would enable a person to meet the fiduciary obligations for the wellbeing of the client and the public, like protecting health, safety, and welfare. The failure to fulfill these duties may include the commission of an offense deserving of disciplinary measures. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
- Good Character means financial integrity, and a history free from dishonest acts, false statements, or fraud. Seen in 2 SEC filings.
Please note that the last definition includes location-specific information and has been omitted. As per the rules, only valid and globally applicable definitions have been provided.
Which definition should you use?
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Genie Definition 1
Good Character means the absence of a history of dishonest or criminal acts and the presence of moral benchmarks pertinent to professional duties and public wellbeing.
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Relevant Circumstances
- Hiring of new employees
- Formation of new partnerships
- Engaging vendors for services
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Genie Definition 2
Good Character means demonstrating qualities like honesty, integrity, respect for the laws of [state or nation], self-discipline, credibility, reliability, fairness, and dedication to professional ethics and values.
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Relevant Circumstances
- Commencing confidential business discussions
- Franchising operations
- Hiring consulting services
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Genie Definition 3
Good Character entails financial integrity and a past free of dishonesty, falsehoods or fraudulent behavior.
Relevant Contract Types
Relevant Circumstances
- Borrowing or lending of money
- Engaging in investment dealings
- Merging or acquiring businesses
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