Which type of cases does the Utah Court of Appeals primarily handle?

The Utah Court of Appeals primarily handles appeals from lower courts. This court serves as an appellate court, which means its main function is to review decisions made by trial courts and other lower judicial bodies. In conducting these reviews, the Court assesses whether the legal rulings and procedures in the original trial were conducted properly and whether there were any errors that would necessitate a reversal or modification of the decision.

While the court does hear cases related to civil and criminal matters, its role does not include trying these cases afresh; instead, it evaluates the application of the law and adherence to legal standards based on the records provided from the lower courts. The focus on appeals allows the court to ensure that justice is served through a review process, maintaining the integrity of the legal system in Utah.

Administrative law cases, although they might come before appellate courts in some contexts, are primarily managed within specialized administrative forums or courts, making them less central to the function of the Utah Court of Appeals specifically.