JDR
Law & Legal abbreviation · Estate and Family Law
| Stands for | Juvenile and domestic relations district court |
|---|---|
| Categories | Law & Legal |
JDR stands for Juvenile and domestic relations district court, an estate and family law abbreviation.
Virginia court with jurisdiction over cases involving juveniles, including delinquency, abuse and neglect, custody, visitation and support, and family abuse protective orders. The name is also written J&DR.
Example: The custody case started in JDR court and was appealed to the circuit court for a new hearing.
Usage notes
Appeals from JDR courts go to the circuit court, where cases are heard anew. Divorces themselves are handled in circuit court, not JDR court. Hearings involving juveniles are generally closed to the public.
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This entry is for general education and is not legal advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.