What happens if a case is remanded by an appellate court?

When an appellate court remands a case, it sends the case back to the lower court for further legal proceedings. This action typically occurs when the appellate court finds that there were errors in the trial process that need to be addressed, or when additional findings of fact are required. The lower court may then conduct a new trial, reconsider aspects of the previous decision, or take specific actions directed by the appellate court.

In the context of the other options, dismissing the case entirely would mean that no further actions could be taken, which is not the outcome when a case is remanded. The appellate court reviewing the case again suggests that there would be another round of appeals, which is not the case with a remand; it is about returning the case for more proceedings at the lower level. Finally, transferring the case to a different jurisdiction involves a change of venue, which is unrelated to the remand process. Thus, the accuracy of the answer lies in understanding that remanding specifically entails sending the case back for further proceedings.