Common Pleas

Common Pleas refers to a historical legal term that originated in England, denoting a type of court that dealt with civil disputes between individuals, rather than criminal cases. These courts addressed matters like contracts, property, and personal injury, aiming to resolve conflicts in a fair and orderly manner. The term is often associated with the Court of Common Pleas, which was a prominent court in the English legal system until it was merged into the High Court of Justice in 1875. Today, the concept continues in various jurisdictions as part of the structure for handling civil cases.