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universal jurisdiction

/ˌjunəˈvɜrsəl ˌdʒʊrəsˈdɪkʃən/ /ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəl ˌdʒɔːrɪsˈdɪkʃən/
noun
GeneralLaw
  1. 1 evrensel yargı yetkisi uncountable

Definition (English)

A state's legal right to try crimes committed anywhere, regardless of nationality or location.

Example Sentences

  1. The court can exercise universal jurisdiction over pirates.
    Mahkeme korsanlar üzerinde evrensel yargı yetkisi kullanabilir.
  2. Universal jurisdiction applies to certain international crimes.
    Evrensel yargı yetkisi belirli uluslararası suçlar için geçerlidir.

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