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What is a county in most states?

An organized local government authorized by state law.

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  1. A federal court only
  2. An organized local government authorized by state law ✔
  3. A private business

Why: County governments are organized local governments authorized in state constitutions and statutes.

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Counties count on state law for their powers!
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Answer: An organized local government authorized by state law. County governments are organized local governments authorized in state constitutions and statutes.

  1. Local government in the United States en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Local_government_in_the_United_States
    County governments are organized local governments authorized in state constitutions and statutes.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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