CD-12 · Rev 1.0 · Sheet 1 of 2
Authority Ambiguity Decision Card
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BUILT TO RESIST · CIVILIAN CONTINUITY DESKCD-12 · SHEET 1 OF 2
Authority Ambiguity Decision Card
This is not legal advice. It creates a disciplined record of the instruction, issuing actor, claimed authority, scope, documents, consequences, and reversible options. For high-stakes choices, seek qualified legal guidance when available.
Conflicting instructions
Instruction A - exact wording / source
Issuing actor A
Instruction B - exact wording / source
Issuing actor B
Authority and scope
Authority classification - de jure / de facto / administrative competence / external recognition / combination
Territory / institution / person / transaction / duration
Stated legal basis / case number / notice / receipt
Options
| Option | Immediate consequence | Reversible? | Qualified guidance needed? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comply | |||
| Delay | |||
| Challenge / appeal | |||
| Do not comply | |||
| Other |
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