SUPREME COURT
How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?
9
What case established judical review?
Marbury v. Madison
What power allows courts to declare a law unconstitutional?
Judicial review
What is the lowest level of federal courts?
District courts.
What is the legal process called when a party asks a higher court to review and change the decision of a lower court?
Appeal.
Which branch of government does the Suprme Court belong to?
The Judicial Branch
Which case declared that segregation in public schools is unconstitutional?
Brown v. Board of Education
What power allows courts to settle disputes between two or more parties in a legal case?
Jurisdiction.
Whcih federal courts hear appeals from district courts?
Court of Appeals.
A written explanation by a judge expressing their reasoning.
Opinion
What is the role of the Supreme Court?
To interpret the Constitution and review laws.
Which case protected a defendant's right to an attorney?
Gideon v. Wainwright
What is the power of courts to hear appeals from lower courts?
Appellate Jurisdiction.
Which court has the final authority to interpret the Constitution and decide cases that affect the entire country?
Supreme Court.
A legal request asking a higher court to review a lower court's decision.
Writ of certiorari.
What type of cases does the Supreme Court hear on appeal?
Cases that involve constitutional or federal issues.
Which case ruled that the police must inform suspects of their rights?
Miranda v. Arizona
What term describes a court's authority to hear a case first?
Original jurisdiction.
What type of cases do federal courts hear?
Cases involving federal law, the Constitution, or disputes between states
What is the term for a court decision that serves as an example for future cases?
Precedent
(Double Jeopardy!!!!) How can Supreme Court decisions impact U.S laws and society?
They can set precedents that all lower courts must follow.
What case protected freedom of the press, ruling that the government cannot censor a publication unless it poses a serious threat?
New York Times Co. v. United States
What group of citizens decides whether there is enough evidence to formally charge someone with a crime?
Grand jury
Explain the difference between state courts and federal courts?
State courts handle state laws; federal courts handle federal laws and constitutional issues
What is the term for the legal principle that ensures the government must follow legal procedures before they can punish the person's rights?
Due Process.