court of sessions
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of court of sessions
First recorded in 1695–1705
Example Sentences
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The court of sessions judgement on Brexit will be out at 12.45pm, the lawyer Jolyon Maugham says.
From The Guardian • Oct. 7, 2019
If the selectmen refuse to give the certificate, the party may appeal to the justices assembled in the court of sessions; and they may grant the license.
From American Institutions and Their Influence by Tocqueville, Alexis de
I have already observed, that the administrative tribunal, which is called the court of sessions, has no right of inspection over the town officers.
From American Institutions and Their Influence by Tocqueville, Alexis de
The court of sessions, even when it is invested with its administrative powers, is in this case unable to compel him to a more satisfactory obedience.
From American Institutions and Their Influence by Tocqueville, Alexis de
He farther designates three individuals from among the whole body of justices, who form in each county what is called the court of sessions.
From American Institutions and Their Influence by Tocqueville, Alexis de
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