Courts of general jurisdiction are referred to as
1. circuit courts.
2. appellate courts.
3. trial courts
4. limited jurisdiction courts.

3. trial courts

Explanation:

General jurisdiction means that they deal with criminal, civil, family, probate cases.

The trial courts hear the case first which means it has original jurisdiction.

Courts which have limited jurisdiction hear specific cases are called limited jurisdiction courts. The courts may also hear cases on subject matter in many states.

The rules of evidence are followed during the admittance of evidence and testimony.

Hence, the question here referring to trial courts.

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