Legal Definitions - forum domicilii

Definition: Forum domicilii is a Latin term that refers to the court or forum of the domicile, usually of the defendant.

Examples:

• If a person is sued for a civil case, the forum domicilii would be the court in the jurisdiction where the defendant resides.
• For a criminal case, the forum domicilii would be the court in the jurisdiction where the crime was committed or where the defendant was arrested.

These examples illustrate how forum domicilii is used to determine the appropriate court or jurisdiction for a legal case. It is based on the location of the defendant's residence or the location of the crime. This helps ensure that the case is heard in a court that has the authority to make a ruling and enforce it.