Student Judiciary

/ˈstuːdənt ˈdʒʊdɪʃəri/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formal body within an educational institution empowered to adjudicate disciplinary matters involving students.
    The student judiciary reviewed the case of academic dishonesty and imposed sanctions accordingly.

Forms

  • student judiciary
  • student judiciaries

Commentary

The term refers specifically to adjudicative bodies in academic settings; clarity in defining their jurisdiction and procedural rules is essential in institutional policies.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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