Overview of the Records
Repository:
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
Summary:
Files in this series usually include the writ of error ordering the lower court to return records of the case to the Supreme
Court; the lower court's return or answer; and the defendant's bill of exceptions stating the objections to the lower court
proceedings. Defendants obtained writs of error to have a cause, previously judged in an inferior court, removed to the Supreme
Court for review.
Creator:
Title:
Writs of error
Quantity:
10.8 cubic feet
25 boxes
Inclusive Dates:
1807-1847
Series Number:
J0031