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court of common pleas
noun Law.
1.
(formerly in England) a court to hear civil cases between common citizens.
2.
(in some U.S. states) a court with general civil jurisdiction.
Also, Court of Common Pleas.
Origin:
1680–90
1680–90
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| Court of Common Pleas | |
| —n | |
| 1. | English law (formerly) a superior court exercising jurisdiction in civil actions between private citizens |
| 2. | (US) law (in some states) a court exercising original and general jurisdiction |
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