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Supreme court: Highest court in a jurisdiction
In most legal jurisdictions, a supreme court, also known as a court of last resort, apex court, high court of appeal, and court of final appeal, is the highest court within the hierarchy of courts. Broadly speaking, the decisions of a supreme court are binding on all other courts in a nation and are not subject to further review by any other court. Supreme courts typically function primarily as appellate courts, hearing appeals from decisions of lower trial courts, or from intermediate-level appellate courts. A supreme court can also, in certain circumstances, act as a court of original jurisdiction.

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Brazil's former president ordered to wear electronic ankle monitor as coup attempt trial continues [Video]

Brazil's former president ordered to wear electronic ankle monitor as coup attempt trial continues

Brazil's former president ordered to wear electronic ankle monitor as coup attempt trial continues Bolsonaro is currently on trial at the Supreme Court accused of leading an alleged attempt to stage..

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