What is an appellate division?

An appellate division is a specialized court within a judicial system that reviews decisions made by lower courts. Its primary function is to assess whether legal errors were made during the trial process that could affect the outcome of the case. Appellate divisions do not conduct new trials or hear witness testimony; instead, they evaluate the record of the lower court proceedings and interpret the law. Their rulings can affirm, reverse, or modify the decisions of lower courts.