delinquency jurisdictionglossary / delinquency jurisdiction The power of the court to hear matters regarding juvenile acts that, if committed by an adult, would be criminal. Cf. status-offense jurisdiction. 词条贡献者 译员Joanne,亚洲顶尖法学院国际贸易专业,擅长翻译涉及媒体、体育和娱乐领域的法律文件。