Jurisdiction definition

Jurisdiction

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noun

(1) (law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law

"Courts having jurisdiction in this district"

(2) In law; the territory within which power can be exercised

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Noun

the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
the power or right to exercise authority
the authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate
the limits or territory within which authority may be exercised

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