STUDY
who fought in the French and Indian war
the British and french against the Indians
what is a rule that is enforced and applies to everyone has some penalty
a law
what is the juries decision called
verdict or judgement
what are the other justices called
associates justice
a child whose parent are Americans are automatically Americans
law of blood
what are two main jobs of the judicial branch
interpret law and settle disputes
this writ allows the supreme court to review a case
writ of certiorari
how many district courts
94
how many circuits courts are there
13
what is the process of becoming a citizen
naturalization
the supreme court isn't a trial court they make their decision after
oral arguments
what document guarantees many of our rights as an Americans
the bill of rights
what is it called when a court has power over someone or something.
jurisdiction
what is the visa that allows somebody to work in the USA
green card
what is sometimes referred to the 4th branch
the press
4 source of American law
roman law the church the king parliament English common law popular traditions.
how many citizens are in are on a jury
12
what part of the constitution deals with the President an his cabinet.
Article 2
describe the amendments process
ratification requires 3/4 of the state legislatures
four parts of the fifth amendment
due process eminent domain double Jeopardy no self incrimination
list the 7 roles of the President
Party leader
head of state
chief encomist
chief diplomat
head of state
what do lobbyists do
convince lawmakers to support laws
what role does the media play with our government
watchdog
interest groups hire or form these help candidates get elected
Pacs
what do you call a group of people with common interests seeks to influence political decision
interest group