authorities

Les autorités de Bordeaux ont fouillé son compartiment dans le train.

J'ai désactivé certaines des autorités du certificat, mais elles ne sont pas grisées dans cette liste.

plural of authority

(uncountable) Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.
(countable, plural, uncountable) Persons, regarded collectively, who occupy official positions of power; police or law enforcement.
(countable) A reliable, definitive source of information on a subject.
(uncountable) Status as a trustworthy source of information, reputation for mastery or expertise; or claim to such status or reputation.
(uncountable) Official permission; authorisation to act in some capacity on behalf of a ruling entity.
(countable) A government-owned agency that runs a revenue-generating activity for public benefit.