Petition for Writ of Certiorari

A Petition for Writ of Certiorari is a formal request to a higher court, usually the Supreme Court, asking it to review and possibly reverse a decision made by a lower court. Parties use this petition when they believe the lower court made a legal error that should be examined by a higher court. It’s a way to seek appellate review in cases of significant legal importance or when there are conflicting decisions in lower courts. The higher court has discretion whether to accept the case, and granting certiorari is not guaranteed.