Trial Court
/ˈtraɪəl kɔːrt/
Definitions
- (n.) A court with original jurisdiction where cases are first tried and facts are examined before any appeals.
The trial court heard testimony and examined evidence before reaching a verdict.
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- trial courts
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Commentary
The term distinguishes initial fact-finding courts from appellate courts; in drafting, clarity about jurisdictional scope enhances legal precision.
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