Legal Dictionary of Pakistan
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Court of Star Chamber
See STAR CHAMBER (1).
Star Chamber
1 Hist. An English court having broad civil and criminal jurisdiction at the king's discretion and noted for its secretive, arbitrary, and oppressive procedures, including compulsory self-incrimination, inquisitorial investigation, and the absence of juries. 0 The Star Chamber was abolished in 1641 because of its abuses of power. - Also termed Court of Star Chamber. 2. (usu. l.c.) Any secretive, arbitrary, or oppressive tribunal or proceeding.