WorldAugust 17, 2026

jurisdictional

juh-ris-DIK-shuh-nul

Definition

Relating to the official power of a court or government body to make legal decisions and judgments.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'jurisdictio', meaning 'administration of justice' or 'power to declare the law', which combines 'juris' (law) and 'dicere' (to speak).

In the news

The article mentions that the Act removed the jurisdictional limit of the Magistrates’ Court to ensure more efficient prosecution of planning offences. This means the court now has the legal authority to hear cases that previously exceeded its scope.

Key changes under the Planning Amendment (Better Decisions Made Faster) Act 2026

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