An amicus brief, also known as an amicus curiae brief, is a document submitted to a court by someone who is not a party to the case, offering information, expertise, or insight that has a bearing on the issues in the case. The purpose is to assist the court in its decision-making process by presenting arguments or perspectives the court might not otherwise consider.

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An Amicus Brief

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An amicus brief

A) asks that a higher court call up a case from a lower court.
B) limits a defendant's rights under particular circumstances.
C) transfers jurisdiction from a lower court to the U.S. Supreme Court.
D) is an argument proposed by a group not a party to the appellate court case.
E) overturns a decision of a lower court.

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