Legal Dictionary of Pakistan

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Extraterritorial

adj. Beyond the geographic limits of a particular jurisdiction. - Also termed exterritorial.

Extraterritoriality

The freedom of diplomats, foreign ministers, and royalty from the jurisdiction of the country in which they temporarily reside. - Also termed exterritoriality. See diplomatic immunity under IMMUNITY (1).

extraterritorial jurisdiction

A court's ability to exercise power beyond its territorial limits. See LONG-ARM STATUTE.