Appealed (verb):
1. To make a formal request to a higher authority or court in order to review and potentially reverse a decision or judgment made by a lower authority or court.
Example: The defendant’s lawyer appealed the verdict, arguing that crucial evidence had been overlooked during the trial.
2. To attract or arouse interest, sympathy, or support from others, typically by presenting a persuasive argument or emotional appeal.
Example: The charity’s heartwarming campaign appealed to many donors, resulting in a significant increase in contributions.
3. To make a sincere and earnest request or plea for something, often in a desperate or urgent manner.
Example: The citizens appealed to the government for immediate assistance after the natural disaster devastated their town.
An appeal is a legal process in which a higher court reviews a decision made by a lower court. The purpose of an appeal is to determine whether the lower court made any errors in its decision-making process. The appellant, or the party who is appealing the decision, must provide legal grounds for the appeal and present evidence to support their case. The appellee, or the party who won the lower court decision, may also present evidence to defend their position. The higher court may affirm the lower court’s decision, reverse it, or remand the case back to the lower court for further proceedings. Appeals can be filed in both civil and criminal cases.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.
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