Certiorari Petition
/ˌsɜːrʃiˈɒrɑːri pəˈtɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal written request filed with a higher court asking it to review the decision of a lower court.
The lawyer submitted a certiorari petition to the Supreme Court seeking review of the appellate ruling.
Forms
- certiorari petitions
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Commentary
Certiorari petitions are discretionary; higher courts select cases for review based on criteria such as conflicting decisions or significant legal questions.
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