Color Officil
Defined in 1 dictionary — Burrill (1850)
A New Law Dictionary and Glossary
Alexander M. Burrill · 1850
Lat. Colour of office. The mere semblance, shadow or false appearance of official authority.* The dissembling face of the right of office. Termes de la ley. The use of official authority as a pretext or cover for the commission of some corrupt or vicious act.* See Colore officii.