What is an amicus curiae brief?
A)a written argument submitted to a court in support of one side of a case
B)an internal memo circulated among interest group leaders,briefing them on the details of a court case
C)a petition submitted to Congress in support of or opposition to a judicial nominee
D)a petition submitted to an executive branch agency,requesting a review of the agency's decision.

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An amicus curiae brief is a document submitted to a court by someone who is not a party to the case, offering information, expertise, or insight that has a bearing on the issues in the case. The purpose is to assist the court in its decision-making by presenting arguments or perspectives that the court might not otherwise consider.

What Is an Amicus Curiae Brief