Certiorari
/ˌsɜːrʃɪˈɒrəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A writ issued by a higher court to review the decision of a lower court.
The Supreme Court granted certiorari to hear the appeal.
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Commentary
Used primarily in appellate procedure; grants discretionary review rather than a matter of right.
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