### Question
How does the law define agent?


### Answer
Under *21 U.S.C. § 802*, **agent** is defined as:

> an authorized person who acts on behalf of or at the direction of a manufacturer, distributor, or dispenser

#### Citation:
  - *21 U.S.C. § 802*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 13-DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION AND CONTROL > SUBCHAPTER I-CONTROL AND ENFORCEMENT > Part A-Introductory Provisions**

