Definition of "jurisdiction" in English

noun

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

   • legal jurisdiction
   • The case falls outside the court’s jurisdiction.

2. The power or right to exercise authority.

   • outside the jurisdiction of

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

   • Police officers have no jurisdiction in that district.

4. The authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate.

5. The limits or territory within which authority may be exercised.