Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals is one of the thirteen federal appellate courts in the United States, covering Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. It reviews decisions made by lower federal courts and some state court rulings. The court examines cases to ensure that laws were applied correctly and constitutional rights were upheld. Its rulings can set legal precedents that affect future cases within its jurisdiction. Appeals to the Fifth Circuit typically involve issues related to federal law, and its decisions can be further appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court under certain circumstances.