U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (CAAF) is a specialized federal court that reviews decisions made by the military courts-martial. It operates separately from civilian courts and the Supreme Court, focusing solely on military law and the rights of service members. If a party is unhappy with a CAAF decision, they can petition the Supreme Court to review the case, but the Supreme Court's involvement is limited and selective. Essentially, CAAF ensures that military justice aligns with constitutional protections, maintaining fairness within the military legal system.