What terms are related to certiorari?

Related terms include: Supreme Court. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for certiorari.

Judiciary

Certiorari

A writ issued by the Supreme Court agreeing to review a lower court decision. The Court grants "cert" in cases it considers important.

The highest court in the federal judiciary, consisting of nine justices who serve lifetime appointments.

What is a certiorari?: A writ issued by the Supreme Court agreeing to review a lower court decision. The Court grants "cert" in cases it considers important.
What terms are related to certiorari?: Related terms include: Supreme Court. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for certiorari.