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How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
There are currently 9 justices.
What does the judicial branch do?
It reviews laws, explains laws, resolves legal disputes, and determines if laws are constitutional.
What is the main job of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret laws.
What is the Supreme Court’s main responsibility?
To interpret laws and determine if they are constitutional.
How long do Supreme Court Justices serve?
For life (unless they retire, resign, or are removed).
How are federal judges chosen?
How are federal judges chosen?
How many district courts are there
94
Which branch of government decides whether laws are constitutional?
The Judicial Branch
What is it called when the Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional?
Judicial review
Who nominates Supreme Court Justices?
The president
How long do federal judges serve?
Federal judges, including Supreme Court justices, serve lifetime appointments, subject to removal only by impeachment.
How many courts of appeal are there
13
What is it called when the Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional?
Judicial review.
When the Supreme Court has original jurisdiction, what does that mean?
It is the first court to hear the case.
Who must confirm Supreme Court nominees?
The Senate.
What is the difference between civil and criminal cases?
Criminal cases involve violations of law, while civil cases involve disputes between individuals or organizations.
Who established the judicial branch established by
Marbury v. Madison
Why is judicial review important?
It allows courts to check the other branches of government.
What type of cases does the Supreme Court usually choose to hear?
Cases involving constitutional issues or important federal questions.
What happens if the Senate does not approve a nominee?
The nominee does not become a justice.
Which Article of the Constitution established it?
Article III established the Supreme Court and gave Congress the power to create lower federal courts.
When was the judicial court established
1803
Which Supreme Court case established judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison.
What does the judicial branch start with
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What is required before a justice officially begins serving?
Senate confirmation and taking the oath of office.