👉 Non-propriety is a legal concept in which an individual or entity has not obtained permission to use, own, or control something that is considered proprietary. This can be in the context of intellectual property rights such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. In this sense, non-propriety refers to the lack of authorization or permission to use or control something that is considered valuable or important. It typically involves the inability to exercise a right due to the absence of proper documentation
