court
Also known as tribunal
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A court is a place where a judge or jury hears legal cases and makes decisions about disputes or criminal charges between people, organizations, or governments. It matters because courts enforce laws, protect people's rights, and provide a fair system for resolving conflicts according to established legal rules.
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- Description
- Etymology
- Jurisdiction
- Types and organization of courts
- Trial and appellate courts
- Civil law courts and common law courts
- International courts
- List of types and organization of courts
- Court television shows
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A court is an institution, often a government entity, with the authority to adjudicate legal disputes between parties and administer justice in civil, criminal, and administrative matters in accordance with the rule of law.