New York Court of Appeals

The New York Court of Appeals is the highest court in the state of New York, primarily responsible for reviewing important legal decisions made by lower courts. It interprets the state's laws and constitution, ensuring consistency and fairness in judicial rulings. Its decisions set legal precedents that guide lower courts across New York. The court typically hears cases of significant public interest or those involving complex legal questions. Comprising a panel of judges, known as justices, it functions as the final authority on matters of New York law.