Circuit Courts, 1786-1895
In 1786, the Justices of the Supreme Court of Judicature were directed to hold sessions of the Circuit Court in the counties to which … More Circuit Courts, 1786-1895 »
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Court of Oyer and Terminer, 1788-1895
In 1788, the justices were required to convene criminal courts (Oyer and Terminer) during the terms of the Circuit Court. The Court of Oyer … More Court of Oyer and Terminer, 1788-1895 »
The Marine Court of the City of New York, 1807-1883
The Marine Court was initially known as the Justices’ Court and was established in New York City in 1807. In 1813, it became a … More The Marine Court of the City of New York, 1807-1883 »
The Superior Court of the City of New York, 1828-1894
In New York City, bank failures and the conspiracy cases of 1826 caused severe calendar congestion in the Supreme Court and in the Court … More The Superior Court of the City of New York, 1828-1894 »
Court of Common Pleas, 1686-1895
The Court of Common Pleas was established by the Dongan Charter of 1686. Also known as the Mayor’s Court, it was a civil court … More Court of Common Pleas, 1686-1895 »
NYS Supreme Court
By Chapter 4 of the Laws of 1691, the New York Assembly established the New York Supreme Court of Judicature with the same common … More NYS Supreme Court »
The New York Court of Admiralty, 1775-1789
On November 25, 1775, the Continental Congress recommended that the Colonies establish Courts of Admiralty to address cases relating to captures at sea, and … More The New York Court of Admiralty, 1775-1789 »
Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors, 1777-1846
The Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors was established by the Constitution of 1777. Commonly called the Court of Errors, … More Court for the Trial of Impeachments and Correction of Errors, 1777-1846 »
Probate Court, 1778-1823
The Probate Court was established in 1778. Initially, it exercised the prerogative powers of the colonial Governor but later its original jurisdiction was confined … More Probate Court, 1778-1823 »
Surrogate’s Court, 1787 to Present
The Surrogate’s Courts are statutory courts that were established by chapter 38 of the Laws of 1787. The Surrogate’s Court, one in each county, … More Surrogate’s Court, 1787 to Present »