circuit court

American  

noun

1. a court holding sessions at various intervals in different sections of a judicial district.

2. (initial capital letters) the court of general jurisdiction in a number of U.S. states.

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Etymology

Origin of circuit court

An Americanism dating back to 1700–10

Example Sentences

Circuit Court Judge Eugene C. Griffith Jr. ruled that Bradley Williams, 36, wasn’t protected by the state’s “stand your ground” law, which allows people to defend their lives when faced with a lethal threat.

From The Wall Street Journal

As part of the settlement agreement, Moderna will appeal to a federal circuit court to argue that it has limited liability as a government contractor.

From Barron's

Moderna will appeal to a federal circuit court to argue that it has limited liability as a government contractor.

From Barron's

Judges for the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals sharply questioned both the federal government and California in a hearing Tuesday, repeatedly emphasizing the lack of clear precedent and constitutional uncertainty of the law.

From Los Angeles Times

But the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals panel concluded that nowhere in the text is “gross negligence” required.

From Los Angeles Times