Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Legal Power.
Legal Power - as a noun
(law) the right and power to interpret and apply the law
Example: "Courts having jurisdiction in this district"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jurisdictionHypernyms (Closely Related)
powerpowerfulnessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The government has the legal power to pass laws and enforce them."
"The judge has the legal power to make decisions in the courtroom."
"The president holds the legal power to veto legislation."
"The police have legal power to arrest individuals suspected of committing a crime."
"The attorney general has legal power to prosecute criminal cases."