Maxim 8.4.4
Every jurisdiction has its own bounds.
Unaquaeque jurisdictio suos fines habet.
Source: Jenk. Cent. 137
Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational
Explanation
No court's authority is unlimited — every tribunal is confined to the territory, subject matter, and persons within its lawful commission.
Where this applies
- A federal court is trying to hear a case that belongs in state court.
- A small claims court is ruling on a matter worth millions of dollars.
Topics
Legal domains
See also
Cite this maxim
NeCede Max. 8.4.4 — Every jurisdiction has its own bounds. — Jenk. Cent. 137 (Unaquaeque jurisdictio suos fines habet.)
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