In civil law, which court hears appeals from the High Court?

• A. Supreme Court
• B. Court of Appeal
• C. High Court
• D. County Court

Answer: (B)

When a civil case reaches a decision in the High Court, the next step if a party wants to challenge it is to take the appeal to the Court of Appeal (Civil Division). This court reviews whether the High Court made an error in applying the law or in its procedures, and it can overturn or modify the decision if an error is found. The Supreme Court sits at the top and only hears cases with permission, usually after an appeal has gone through the Court of Appeal, so it’s not the direct route from the High Court. The County Court handles many civil matters at first instance and does not serve as the general appellate court for High Court judgments. Therefore, the Court of Appeal is the proper court to hear appeals from the High Court in civil cases.