For Venue we have terms and definitions in 9 topics. The topics are Canadian Law, Concert Lighting, Divorce, Family Law, Law, Legal, Personal Injury Law, Soccer and Swimming.

Venue (Canadian Law)

This has the same meaning as in everyday English except that in a legal context it usually refers specifically to the location of a judicial hearing. For example, if a criminal case has a very high media profile in a particular city, the "venue" may change to another city to ensure objective witnesses (i.e. that would not have been spoiled by media speculation on the crime).

Venue (Concert Lighting)

A local theatre or arena where a touring show will load-in.
See Also: Load-in

Venue (Divorce)

The county in which the court with jurisdiction will hear the matter.

Venue (Family Law)

The county where the case is heard.

Venue (Law)

Authority of a court to hear a matter based on geographical location.

Venue (Legal)

Authority of a court to hear a matter based on geographical location.

Venue (Personal Injury Law)

Broadly, the geographical area where a court has authority to hear a case because it has personal jurisdiction and subject matter jurisdiction. The venue is usually the same area where the incident leading to the trial occurred. A change of venue may occur if negative publicity or other factor would make it difficult to find unbiased jurors.

Venue (Soccer)

Location where a sporting competition is held.

Venue (Swimming)

The facility in which a swimming competition is conducted.

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