1
a
[New Latin juris doctor] doctor of jurisprudence; doctor of law
b
[New Latin jurum doctor] doctor of laws
2
justice department
3
juvenile delinquent

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“JD.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/JD. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Legal Definition

JD

1 of 2 abbreviation
1
justice department
2
juvenile delinquent

J.D.

2 of 2 abbreviation
juris doctor
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