Court of Appeal (British Columbia)

The Court of Appeal in British Columbia is the province's highest appellate court. It reviews decisions made by lower courts to ensure the law was applied correctly. This court does not conduct new trials or hear new evidence; instead, it focuses on legal arguments to determine if mistakes were made in previous rulings. It handles a variety of cases, including criminal, civil, and family law. The decisions made by the Court of Appeal can set important legal precedents, influencing future cases and interpretations of the law in British Columbia.