proprietary function

proprietary function. Torts. A municipality’s conduct that is performed for the profit or benefit of the municipality, rather than for the benefit of the general public. • Generally, a municipality is not immune from tort liability for proprietary acts. But the distinction between proprietary and governmental functions has been abrogated by statute in many states. — Also termed proprietary act. Cf. GOVERNMENTAL FUNCTION. [Cases: Municipal Corporations 725. C.J.S. Municipal Corporations § 664.]

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