| Court of Appeals in Cases of Capture | |
|---|---|
| Established | January 15, 1780 |
| Dissolved | June 21, 1788 |
| Jurisdiction | United States |
| 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 |
The former Court of Appeals in Cases of Capture, established by resolution of the Continental Congress on January 15, 1780,[1] was the first federal court in the United States. The court had jurisdiction over cases for the capture of enemy ships and cargo.