Each court has a certain jurisdiction. Jurisdiction is best defined as
A) a doctrine that follows established precedents.
B) the authority to decide a specific dispute.
C) a judicial proceeding to redress a wrong.
D) a situation giving a person a right to initiate a judicial proceeding.

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Jurisdiction refers to the authority of a court to hear and decide a particular case.

Each Court Has a Certain Jurisdiction