Appellate Jurisdiction
/əˈpɛlət dʒʊərɪsˈdɪkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The authority of a higher court to review and revise the decision of a lower court.
The appellate jurisdiction allows the supreme court to overturn lower court rulings.
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Commentary
Appellate jurisdiction specifically refers to review powers, distinct from original jurisdiction where a court hears a case first; clarity in drafting should distinguish these contexts.
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