A "cert petition" is a written request made to a higher court, usually the Supreme Court, asking them to review and hear a case. It's like asking the court to take a closer look at the case and decide if they want to hear it. Full definition
Laura is one of the smartest and most thoughtful young lawyers I know, and I am certain that her posts — including one on the recent Cert Petition in the Dassey case — will be fascinating. (thefacultylounge.org)
In a fascinating tactical maneuver that has gone unremarked, the Sarei plaintiffs waived their right to respond to the Rio Tinto cert petition on December 27, the day before it was due. (amlawdaily.typepad.com)
regarding NYS constitutional redistricting: strunk v spargo cert petition filed at SCOTUS yesterday (Monday March 14th) (nystateofpolitics.com)