Bill of exceptions is a formal written document in which a party objects to a judge's decision or relevant evidence at trial. A bill of exceptions should include the party's objections and their basis, signed by the judge and filed with the court of appeals. In modern civil litigation, the bill of exception has been replaced by the practice of parties filing a direct appeal. However, it still applies in some state courts.
[Last updated in June of 2022 by the Wex Definitions Team]