tuomiovalta — meaning in English
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English meaning
- judicature noun The administration of justice by judges and courts; judicial process.
- jurisdiction noun The official authority to make legal decisions and judgments over a particular area, group of people, or type of case.
Senses
tuomiovalta is used for these senses in English:
- judicature Judges collectively; a court or group of courts; the judiciary. [from 16th c.]
- judicial branch The branch of government which is concerned with the administration of justice through the interpretation of the law.
- jurisdiction The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.
judicature — full definition
- noun The administration of justice by judges and courts; judicial process.
- noun The office or authority of a judge; jurisdiction.
- noun Judges collectively; a court or group of courts; the judiciary.