The separate court system is comprised of multiple levels. The exact structure and organization may vary depending on the jurisdiction, but a common framework includes the following levels:
1. Trial Courts: These are the lowest level of courts where legal cases are initially heard and evidence is presented. They are sometimes referred to as district courts, municipal courts, or county courts, depending on the jurisdiction.
2. Appellate Courts: These courts serve as an intermediate level between trial courts and the highest court in the system. They review decisions made by the trial courts to determine if any errors were made in the application of the law or the interpretation of legal principles.
3. Supreme Court or Court of Last Resort: This is the highest level of the separate court system. It is responsible for reviewing decisions made by the appellate courts, ensuring consistency in the interpretation and application of the law. The decisions made by the supreme court are final and binding.
Some jurisdictions may have additional levels or specialized courts, such as family courts, probate courts, or administrative courts, to handle specific types of cases or specialized areas of law. The specific structure and names of the levels may vary between countries and even within different states or provinces within a country.