### Question
How is the "abuse of authority" defined?


### Answer
The term **abuse of authority** is defined in *10 U.S.C. § 4701* as follows -

> the following:


(A) An arbitrary and capricious exercise of authority that is inconsistent with the mission of the Department of Defense or the successful performance of a Department contract or grant

#### Citation:
  - *10 U.S.C. § 4701*
  - Heading: **Subtitle A-General Military Law > PART V-ACQUISITION > Subpart H-Contract Management > CHAPTER 365-CONTRACTOR WORKFORCE**

