Appellate Record

/ˌæp.əˈleɪt ˈrɛk.ərd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The official compilation of all documents, evidence, and transcripts presented in the trial court, submitted to the appellate court for review.
    The appellate court reviewed the appellate record to determine whether legal errors occurred during the trial.

Forms

  • appellate record
  • appellate records

Commentary

Maintain completeness and accuracy in the appellate record to ensure effective appellate review.

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