Federal District Courts

Federal District Courts are the trial courts in the U.S. federal court system, where most federal cases begin. They handle a variety of cases, including those related to federal laws, constitutional issues, and disputes between states or residents of different states. Each state has at least one district court, and larger states may have several. Judges in these courts review evidence, oversee trials, and make rulings. Decisions made in Federal District Courts can be appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals and, in some cases, to the Supreme Court.