Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jurisdiction
noun
/ˌdʒɜːrɪsˈdɪkʃən/
Definition
The official power to make legal decisions and judgments.
Examples
- The court has jurisdiction over cases involving family law.
- Different countries have varied jurisdictional boundaries for legal matters.
- The federal government has jurisdiction over immigration issues.
Meaning
Jurisdiction refers to the authority granted to a legal body to administer justice within a defined area of responsibility. It can pertain to geographic regions or specific types of legal cases.
Synonyms
- Authority
- Control
- Power
- Reach
- Scope
