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United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

The Fourth Circuit hears appeals from federal district courts in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. Its proximity to Washington gives it a steady docket of government, national security and federal employment matters alongside ordinary civil and criminal appeals.

What it does

  • Hears appeals from the district courts within the circuit
  • Reviews federal agency and administrative decisions
  • Decides government contracting and federal employment appeals

Matters it hears

  • Civil and criminal appeals
  • Federal employment and government contracting
  • Administrative and agency review
  • Immigration petitions for review

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?
Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia.

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