Jurisdiction

usgb/ˌdʒʊrɪsˈdɪkʃn/
noun

The power or right to make decisions and apply law.

The crime was committed outside of our jurisdiction, so we couldn't take any legal action.
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Often appears as...

  • under jurisdiction
  • outside jurisdiction

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Legal Authority

Jurisdiction implies an institution's legal power within certain limits.

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The school has jurisdiction over student conduct.
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Overlapping Jurisdiction

Can refer to shared legal authority by multiple entities over a case or area.

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The river between the two states is under overlapping jurisdiction.
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Jurisdiction Limits

It's crucial to recognize that jurisdiction is bounded geographically or thematically.

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The local police don't have jurisdiction in international waters.
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