Circuit Courts of Appeals

Circuit Courts of Appeals are federal courts that review decisions made by lower courts, such as district courts. There are thirteen circuit courts in the United States, each serving a specific geographic area. When a party disagrees with a lower court's ruling, they can appeal to a Circuit Court, which examines the case to determine if there were legal errors. The Circuit Courts do not conduct new trials but instead focus on the application of law. Their decisions can shape legal precedents and influence how laws are interpreted across the country.