The K-Zone: appeal

To appeal is to ask a more senior or court of body to review a judicial decision made in a subordinate one. In England appeals can be made on a number of different grounds (points of fact, points of law, etc.), and these grounds influence the route of the appeal (see: CourtSystemOfEngland).

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