Appellate Court Role - Procedural Review

The video explains the roles of trial and appellate courts in the judicial system. Trial courts apply the law to cases, while appellate courts review these applications for errors in law or constitutionality. The video discusses how appellate courts ensure the correct application of substantive and procedural laws, and their ability to reverse or remand cases if errors are found. It also highlights the rare instances of de Novo review, where appellate courts consider new evidence.

What happens if the appellate court finds that procedural law was not applied correctly?

What is meant by 'de Novo review' in the context of appellate court procedures?