How does a court case work?

A court case works by having a plaintiff present their case and a defendant respond. The plaintiff, usually the party who initiates the case, states why they think they are owed what they are asking for. The defendant provides a response, usually denying the plaintiff’s claims or presenting evidence that proves why the plaintiff is wrong. Once both sides of the case have been presented, a judge will make a decision, which is based on the evidence supplied by each side. In Arizona, the court system consists of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Superior Courts, Justice Courts, and Municipal Courts. Depending on the type of case, a case can be heard in any of these courts. No matter the court, the process works the same: witnesses are called, evidence is presented, and each side makes their argument. Depending on the complexity of the case, the proceedings can last for weeks or months until a verdict is made. After a verdict is made, both parties can still appeal the decision to a higher court. After the final verdict is issued, the judge’s decision must be followed.

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