Federal Court
The number of court systems in the United States
How long can a Supreme Court justice serve?
For life or until they choose to retire.
This courtroom official maintains order and provides security.
Bailiff
Divorce
In most cases, a juvenile court judge, not this group, decides the verdict in a juvenile trial.
The Jury
What are the amount of judicial circuits throughout the united states?
13
What is the US Supreme Court a part of?
The Judicial Branch of Government
This person presides over the trial, ensures proper procedure is followed, and decides the sentence in bench trials.
The Judge
In some states, this is the age a child must reach to have a say in their adoption or participate in counseling.
12 years Old
The document filed by the prosecutor or probation department to formally charge a juvenile, similar to an adult "complaint".
A Petition
The name of the lowest federal courts, where trials are held.
District Courts
What article of the Constitution establishes the Supreme Court?
Article III
This individual, the "trier of fact," decides the outcome of a case in a non-jury trial.
The Judge
The legal determination of which parent a child lives with and who makes major decisions for them.
Child Custody
What is the primary goal of the juvenile court system, rather than punishment.
Rehabilitation
The number of tiers or levels in the primary federal court system structure.
3 (District, Appeals, Supreme)
What is the number of Supreme Court justices currently on the bench
9
In the federal system, these specific courts are the primary trial courts.
U.S. District Courts
This type of property is acquired during a marriage and belongs to both spouses.
Community Property
What juveniles are charged with; the equivalent of a "crime" in adult court
Delinquent Act
Federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, are appointed to this length of term.
Lifetime Term
Who was the first and only U.S. President to also serve as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
William Howard Taft
This process involves a potential juror being questioned by attorneys to assess their suitability for the jury.
Voir Dire
In many states, this is the six-month waiting period after filing for divorce before it can be finalized.
Residency Requirement/Waiting Period
Where was the first U.S. state to establish a dedicated juvenile court system in 1899.
Illinois