The justices choose the cases they will hear (4 of 9)
200
All trials and lawsuits begin in which federal court because they have original jurisdiction?
district courts- They have the authority to hear the case for the first time.
They are the only federal TRIAL court
200
Is the US Supreme Court the most powerful court in the country?
Yes
200
What is a civil case?
lawsuit among two or more parties
settle a dispute
300
What is the job of an appeals/appellate court?
to review decisions made in lower courts
300
Fill in the blank:
district courts--->___________ courts---> Supreme Court
Appeals Court
300
True or false: A jury is mandatory in a criminal case?
True- must have a jury
400
Which Supreme Court case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
HINT: JR MM
400
2nd Degree Murder is an example of what?
Felony Crime
400
Marbury vs. Madison established the Supreme Courts right of ____________________________, in which they can review any local, state or federal law to determine if it is constitutional.
judicial review
HINT: JR MM
500
What does it mean when a judge uses precedent?
the judge relies heavily on previous opinions in similar cases
500
What does the 5th amendment protect citizens from?
Unfair actions by the government.
500
Which type of court would hear a case about commerce?
A) state court
B) federal court
C) military court
D) family court
B) Federal court- Congress regulates commerce (trade)