Court of Last Resort
/ˈkɔrt əv læst rɪˈzɔrt/
Definitions
- (n.) The highest court in a jurisdiction, whose decisions are final and binding, typically responsible for appeals and constitutional interpretation.
The Supreme Court is often called the court of last resort in the United States.
Forms
- court of last resort
- courts of last resort
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Commentary
The term designates the ultimate judicial authority, with emphasis on the finality of its decisions; drafts should specify jurisdiction and scope when relevant.
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