Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals is one of the thirteen federal appellate courts in the United States. It reviews decisions made by federal district courts in its jurisdiction, which includes Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The court evaluates cases to ensure that legal rules were properly applied and constitutional rights upheld. It does not conduct new trials or hear new evidence; instead, it focuses on whether the law was interpreted correctly. Its rulings can significantly influence legal precedents and affect cases throughout the region.