judicature

noun

1. the administration of justice, as by judges or courts.
2. the office, function, or authority of a judge.
3. the jurisdiction of a judge or court.
4. a body of judges.
5. the power of administering justice by legal trial and determination.

noun

1. the administration of justice
2. the office, function, or power of a judge
3. the extent of authority of a court or judge
4. a body of judges or persons exercising judicial authority; judiciary
5. a court of justice or such courts collectively