Is oral argument available at the appellate level?

Yes, oral argument is available at the appellate level in Kansas. Oral argument is a court proceeding in which lawyers present their arguments to a panel of appellate judges. Usually, the petitioner’s attorney (the person making the legal argument) presents the argument first, followed by the respondent’s attorney (the person defending the original lower court decision). During oral argument, both attorneys answer questions from the judges to explain their positions further. The Kansas Court of Appeals uses oral argument to help them reach their decisions. In most cases, the petitioner or respondent can request oral argument if they feel it will help their case. The Court of Appeals will then review the request and decide if they want to hear the argument. If the court grants the request, a hearing will be scheduled in which both sides can make their argument. Oral arguments can be an important part of the appellate process in Kansas, as they provide an opportunity for the attorneys to explain their arguments in greater detail and allow the judges to ask questions for more clarity. The ultimate decision, however, still rests with the court.

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