Rhode Island General Laws 12-21-31. Finality of superior court judgment
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The judgment of the superior court shall be final in all cases of forfeitures, whether originally commenced in the court or brought there by appeal under the provisions of this chapter, unless a new trial is ordered, for cause shown, by the supreme court.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 288, § 23; G.L. 1909, ch. 357, § 25; G.L. 1923, ch. 410, § 25; G.L. 1938, ch. 631, § 25; G.L. 1956, § 12-21-31.
Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws 12-21-31
- Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.