Русско-англо-русский юридический словарь

It would appear that the RSPB put a recording device on private land without the knowledge or permission of the landowner. The resulting film was then accepted by the sheriff as competent evidence and the gamekeeper was convicted on this evidence. On whose legal authority was the recording device so placed? Were the RSPB acting without (heraldscotland.com)

Secret diplomacy means diplomacy carried on by kings, presidents and other rulers, without the knowledge or consent of the people and behind closed doors. Through secret diplomacy the kings, presidents and other rulers, intent to pursue the goals of foreign policy through effective means of compromise, persuasion, and threat of war. It is also termed as quiet diplomacy. (USLegal)