B.3. Provincial Appellate Courts

The Federal Provincial Courts serve as the first level of federal appellate review. These courts hear appeals from District Courts within their assigned regions.

Provincial Courts may:

• Review how law and procedure were applied in the original trial,

• Affirm, reverse, or remand cases for further proceedings.

They may not conduct new trials or reexamine findings of fact, except where a procedural error or a clear violation of Rights undermined the fairness of the original trial.

Provincial Courts may also hear additional matters assigned by law, so long as those duties are consistent with this Charter.

Each State shall have one Provincial Court with jurisdiction over appeals from that State’s District Courts. The Territorial Provincial Court shall hear cases arising in any Territory of the United States and shall maintain courtroom facilities in each Territory. Existing District Court facilities may be used as needed.