Background for jurisdiction

jurisdiction

/d͡ʒɔːɹɪsˈdɪkʃən/ /d͡ʒɝɪsˈdɪkʃən/

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noun

The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.

Examples :

"The school principal has jurisdiction over student behavior during lunch breaks. "

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noun

The power or right to exercise authority.

Examples :

"The teacher has jurisdiction over the classroom behavior of the students. "

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The power or right to perform some action as part of applying the law.

Examples :

"The teacher's jurisdiction extends to managing classroom behavior. "

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The authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate.

Examples :

"The school principal has jurisdiction over the students' behavior during lunch break. "

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The limits or territory within which authority may be exercised.

Examples :

"The school's jurisdiction extends to all students and staff within the building's walls. "

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