Answer: upholds

AnswerCrossword Clue
UPHOLDSConfirms
UPHOLDSSupports
UPHOLDSMaintains
UPHOLDSBacks
UPHOLDSSustains
UPHOLDSConfirms, as a court ruling
UPHOLDSStands behind
upholdsto defend or support