“appellant”
This page shows official legal definitions of “appellant” from courts and ministries of justice in multiple countries. Definitions are listed in order of reading level to help with both basic understanding and deeper context.
United Kingdom
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Person who is appealing against a decision of the court.
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United States
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A person who appeals a judgment of a court.
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Australia
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A person who appeals a decision of a court or tribunal, or other decision making body.
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New Zealand
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A person who makes an appeal.
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United States
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The party who appeals a district court's decision, usually seeking reversal of that decision.
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