appeals court

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Noun appeals court has 1 sense

appellate court, appeals court, court of appeals - a court whose jurisdiction is to review decisions of lower courts or agencies
--₁ is a kind of court, tribunal, judicature
--₁ has particulars: circuit court of appeals

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Appeals Court

Definition:

An appeals court, also known as an appellate court, is a court that reviews decisions made by lower courts to determine if any errors were made. Its role is to hear appeals and reconsider cases for possible mistakes in the application of the law.

Senses and Usages:

As a Noun:

The appeals court affirmed the lower court's ruling.
She decided to file an appeal with the appeals court.

Sample Sentences:

The appeals court judges carefully reviewed the evidence and legal arguments presented.
After a lengthy process, the appeals court reached a decision that favored the defendant.
The appeals court granted a new trial based on the discovery of new evidence.
The attorney presented a compelling case before the appeals court.