change of venue

American

noun

Law.

the removal of a trial to another jurisdiction.

change of venue British

noun

law the removal of a trial out of one jurisdiction into another

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So are City victims of their own success with fans suffering from 'Wembley fatigue', and would a change of venue for the semi-finals of the world's oldest club competition help?

From BBC

With a change of venue from SoFi Stadium to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., and potential anxiety regarding the wildfires in Southern California that necessitated the switch, the Rams face an even greater test.

From Los Angeles Times

The fires that forced McVay and other coaches and players to evacuate their homes, and the change of venue for the playoff game, were only the latest adverse situations the Rams have faced this season.

From Los Angeles Times

CBS went on to ask for a change of venue if the case were not dismissed outright.

From Salon

There is little time and no change of venue for the second Test, which begins on Tuesday in Multan.

From BBC

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