The appeals process is a legal procedure that allows individuals to challenge a decision made by a lower court or administrative body. When a party believes that a mistake was made during the original trial or hearing, they can file an appeal to a higher court. This process typically involves submitting written arguments, known as briefs, outlining the reasons for the appeal. Once the appeal is filed, the higher court reviews the case based on the record from the original proceedings. The court may uphold, reverse, or modify the decision. In some cases, the court may also order a new trial or hearing to resolve the issues raised in the appeal.