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What is the place within a jurisdiction where a case is heard?
A court is the place within a jurisdiction where a case is heard. It is a formal tribunal with the authority to adjudicate legal disputes and administer justice. Courts typically consist of judges or magistrates who preside over cases and make decisions based on the law.
What kind of jurisdiction does a case have if it can be heard in either state or federal court?
Concurrent jurisdiction
What kind of jurisdiction does a court have if the case can be heard at state and federal level?
Concurrent jurisdiction
What is the difference between jurisdiction and venue?
Jurisdiction is what court will have authority to hear the case. Venue is the physical location where the case will be heard.
What does jurisdiction limit?
Jurisdiction DIRECTLY limits A. When a case may be heard B. Who may decide a case C. How many witnesses may be called by the defendant D. The number of times a case may be heard B. Who may decide a case.
When a case can be heard by only one court that court is said to have?
Jurisdiction
What is the difference between criminal jurisdiction and criminal venue?
In layman's terms...... Criminal jurisdiction is the "area" in which charges can be brought & heard or tried. The venue is what's referred to as the"court location" or "area" in which the proceedings do , can, or actually occur in. They are often one and the same, but when for reasons of local sentiment and publicity, it may be necessary for the defense to request a different venue, a judge & prosecutor may also deem or request such remedy accordingly.
What kind of jurisdiction a court has if a case can be heard in either a federal or a state court?
Concurrent.
How can a court have jurisdiction on a custody case when both parties reside in another county?
The case may have been originally heard in that jurisdiction. The court that issued the original order has jurisdiction to modify that order. If that is the case the parties may be able to request that the case file be transferred to the county where they now reside. You need to call the court and inquire there.The case may have been originally heard in that jurisdiction. The court that issued the original order has jurisdiction to modify that order. If that is the case the parties may be able to request that the case file be transferred to the county where they now reside. You need to call the court and inquire there.The case may have been originally heard in that jurisdiction. The court that issued the original order has jurisdiction to modify that order. If that is the case the parties may be able to request that the case file be transferred to the county where they now reside. You need to call the court and inquire there.The case may have been originally heard in that jurisdiction. The court that issued the original order has jurisdiction to modify that order. If that is the case the parties may be able to request that the case file be transferred to the county where they now reside. You need to call the court and inquire there.
What is a term that refers to the body that decided the case of law or the place where it is decided?
The term that refers to the body that decides a case of law or the place where it is decided is "jurisdiction." Jurisdiction can denote both the authority of a court to hear a case and the geographical area or scope within which that authority is exercised. It encompasses various levels, such as local, state, and federal jurisdictions, depending on the legal matter at hand.
Must a case in which a resident of nebraska sues a citizen of Louisiana be heard in a federal court?
No. If the suit is over a certain dollar amount, it can be heard in federal court under diversity jurisdiction. If it involves federal law, it can also be heard in federal court under federal question jurisdiction. Unless it is a matter of exclusive federal jurisdiction, the state court maintains concurrent jurisdiction.
How is jurisdiction decided for criminal cases?
Jurisdiction is decided for a criminal case based off of where the actual crime takes place. If a defendant is from New York, but commits a crime in Florida, Florida would have jurisdiction in the case.
