Court of Appeals in Cases of Capture
The former Court of Appeals in Cases of Capture, established by resolution of the Continental Congress on January 15, 1780, was the first federal court in the United States. The court had jurisdiction over cases for the capture of enemy ships and cargo.
| Court of Appeals in Cases of Capture | |
|---|---|
| Established | January 15, 1780 |
| Dissolved | June 21, 1788 |
| Location | Various locations within the United States |
| Composition method | Selection by the Continental Congress |
| Authorized by | Statute enacted by the Continental Congress |
| Appeals to | None available |
| Number of positions | 3 |
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