Glossary of Criminal Defense Terms

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Uphold: The decision of an appellate court not to reverse a lower court decision.

United States Court of Appeals: Courts which hear appeals from federal district courts, bankruptcy courts, and tax courts.

U.S. attorney: A lawyer appointed by the President in each judicial district to prosecute and defend cases for the federal government.