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United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit

The Eighth Circuit covers Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota. Its docket includes agricultural and commodity disputes, and - through the District of Minnesota - a notable volume of medical device litigation.

What it does

  • Hears appeals from the district courts of seven midwestern states
  • Reviews federal agency decisions within its jurisdiction
  • Decides multidistrict litigation appeals arising in the circuit

Matters it hears

  • Product liability and medical device appeals
  • Agricultural and commodity disputes
  • Employment and civil rights appeals
  • Criminal appeals

Appeals & review

Appeals generally go to Supreme Court of the United States.

Appeal and review deadlines are short and strictly applied. Treat the decision date as the start of a clock.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states does it cover?
Arkansas, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota.

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