Court of Common Pleas

The Court of Common Pleas is a historical term, primarily used in the United Kingdom and in some former British territories, referring to a court that dealt with civil cases, such as disputes over contracts and property. It was established to handle matters of common law, ensuring that ordinary people could seek justice. In modern contexts, the function of the Court of Common Pleas has largely been absorbed by other civil courts. In the United States, similar courts exist at the state level, generally handling civil and criminal cases.