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Term: Jurisdictional

Definition:

Jurisdictional refers to the legal authority or power of a particular court, system, or government body to make and enforce laws within a specific geographical area or over a particular subject matter.

Senses:

1. Adjective:

- Relating to or affecting jurisdiction.

- Pertaining to the limits or boundaries of legal authority.

2. Adjective:

- Referring to the territorial scope or extent of legal control.

3. Adjective:

- Involving the exercise of legal authority over a particular matter.

Usages:

1. Popular Usage:

- The jurisdictional dispute between two states prolonged the resolution of the legal case.

- The court needs to determine if it has jurisdictional authority over this lawsuit.

2. Local Usage:

- The local municipality's jurisdictional regulations impose restrictions on building heights.

- The police officer explained the jurisdictional boundaries of their patrol zone.

Sample Sentences:

1. Adjective:

a) The jurisdictional decision rests with the Supreme Court.

b) Only a federal judge has the jurisdictional authority to hear this case.

2. Adjective:

a) The jurisdictional limitations of the local court prevented the case from proceeding.

b) The company expanded its jurisdictional reach to include neighboring countries.

3. Adjective:

a) Jurisdictional issues delayed the progress of the legal proceedings.

b) The jurisdictional dispute between the two government bodies required intervention.

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