Legal Definitions - vicinage

Definition: Vicinage refers to the place where a crime is committed or a trial is held. It is also the locale from which jurors are selected for trial, especially the area from which the accused is entitled to have jurors chosen.

For example, if a crime is committed in a particular city, the jurors for the trial should be selected from that city or its surrounding areas. This ensures that the jurors are familiar with the local conditions and can make an informed decision.

Vicinage is different from venue, which refers to the locality where charges will be brought and adjudicated. Vicinage is concerned with the selection of jurors, while venue is concerned with the location of the trial.

In addition to its legal meaning, vicinage can also refer to the proximity or vicinity of a place.