Which of the following is a characteristic of US Courts of Appeals?
A) witnesses are cross-examined as new evidence is introduced
B) briefs cannot be introduced at this level
C) new evidence cannot be introduced
D) most cases are heard by a trial jury
E) most cases are heard for the first time

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US Courts of Appeals do not hear new evidence, they only review the record from the trial court to determine if any errors were made in the application of the law or procedural matters.

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of US Courts