Legal Definitions - practice court

A practice court is a place where lawyers can practice their arguments and presentations before a real court case. It can also refer to a specific type of court, such as a moot court or bail court.

• Lawyers may use a practice court to prepare for a trial by presenting their arguments and evidence to a mock judge and jury.
• In law school, students participate in moot court competitions to practice their advocacy skills in a simulated court setting.
• Bail court is a type of practice court where judges hear bail applications and decide whether to release or detain the accused before their trial.

These examples illustrate how a practice court can be used for different purposes, such as preparing for a real case, honing advocacy skills, or making decisions related to bail.