Court Basics
Which court system handles the vast majority of cases in the United States?
State Courts
This type of jurisdiction allows a court to hear a case for the first time.
Original Jurisdiction
These are the first federal courts to hear most cases.
District Courts
How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?
9
This case ruled that racial segregation in public schools is unconstitutional.
Brown v. Board of Education
This type of case involves disputes between individuals or groups, usually over money.
Civil Case
This type of jurisdiction allows a higher court to review a lower court's decision.
appellate jurisdiction
The main role of these courts is to review decisions made by lower courts.
U.S. Courts of Appeals
How long is a term for a Supreme Court Judge
Life
This case required police to inform suspects of their constitutional rights.
Miranda v. Arizona
In this type of case, the government charges someone with violating the law.
Criminal Case
A case involving the U.S. Constitution would most likely fall under this court system.
federal courts
How many district courts are there in the United States?
94 district courts
What two types of jurisdiction does the Supreme Court have?
Original and appellate jurisdiction
This case allowed schools to censor school-sponsored student publications
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier
This is the term for a court’s authority to hear a case.
Jurisdiction
Judges are nominated by the president and confirmed by the _______________
Senate
Why do presidents often appoint judges who share their beliefs?
life terms extends a president’s influence
This case held that burning the American flag is protected symbolic speech.
Texas v. Johnson
This case established that illegally obtained evidence cannot be used in court.
Mapp v. Ohio