Legal Definitions - cross-error

Definition: Cross-error is an error brought by the party responding to a writ of error. It is a mistake of law or fact in a tribunal's judgment, opinion, or order.

• If a defendant appeals a conviction and the prosecution files a cross-appeal, any errors made by the trial court that may have favored the defendant can be challenged by the prosecution through a cross-error.
• In a civil case, if the plaintiff appeals a decision and the defendant files a cross-appeal, the defendant can challenge any errors made by the trial court that may have favored the plaintiff.

These examples illustrate how a cross-error is used in legal proceedings. It allows the responding party to challenge any errors made by the trial court that may have favored the opposing party. This helps ensure that the final decision is fair and just.