Implied Consent Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Implied Consent.

Implied Consent (n.)

Implied Consent is a type of consent which is not expressed verbally or in writing, but is assumed based on a person's actions, inactions, or the circumstances of a particular situation. A Person is said to have given "implied consent" when their conduct reasonably implies that they have agreed to certain terms or conditions, especially in the context of contractual relationships.