Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals

The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals is a specialized state appellate court that reviews criminal cases appealed from lower courts within Alabama. Its primary role is to ensure that trials were conducted fairly and according to the law. The court considers appeals related to criminal convictions, sentences, and procedural issues, and it has the authority to affirm, reverse, or remand cases for further proceedings. Comprising multiple judges, it functions to uphold justice and legal correctness in criminal cases, providing an important check within the state's judicial system.