chief judge
A "chief judge" is the highest-ranking judge in a court, overseeing its administration and operations.
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Definition
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(formal, US)The highest-ranking judge in a lower or circuit court, responsible for administration and often presiding over sessions.
Example
- The chief judge announced new policies to improve court efficiency.
- As the chief judge, she manages both the courtroom and administrative duties.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "chief judge":
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