What does "change of venue" mean?

The relocation of a trial to a locale other than that in which the case was first brought before a court.

What is a synonym for "change of venue"?

Common synonyms include: cross examination, examination, hearing, inquest, inquiry, inquisition.

noun

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Noun

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The relocation of a trial to a locale other than that in which the case was first brought before a court.
"The defense moved for a change of venue, as the media coverage had made selecting an impartial jury from the small town impossible."

"The defense moved for a change of venue, as the media coverage had made selecting an impartial jury from the small town impossible."