Superior court

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-004774",
  "term": "Superior court",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A court of general competence in a state judicial system, possessing the authority to hear a wide variety of civil and criminal cases without any specific monetary or subject-matter limitation. These courts serve as the primary trial courts, handling everything from felony prosecutions to major civil litigation, and their decisions are reviewable by appellate courts. The specific name and jurisdiction vary by state, with some states using terms like 'circuit court' or 'district court' for this function.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/superior-court/"
}