Federal Court Structure
How many levels are in the federal Court system in the United States?
Three
How many different types of cases go before federal Court?
Eight
What Type(s) of Jurisdiction do the Supreme Court Have?
Both, Original and Appellate
Which Supreme Court case began the process for school desegregation in southern states?
What Type of Jurisdiction do Circuit Courts have
Appellate Jurisdiction Only
How do all federal judges get their jobs?
Appointed by the President and Confirmed by the U.S. Senate
Which court has original jurisdiction in a case where one states sues another?
Supreme Court
Who would be responsible for adding new Justices to the Supreme Court if they needed to be added?
Congress
Which Supreme Court case established the principle of Judicial review
Marbury v. Madison
How many total Circuit courts are located in the United States?
12
What are the two types of Jurisdiction given to federal Courts?
Original Jurisdiction and Appellate Jurisdiction
What is the name for the type of case that takes place on the "High Seas"
Maritime Law
What is the title of the Justice who is in charge of the Supreme Court?
Chief Justice
Which Supreme Court case established that law enforcement read your rights to you at the time of your arrest?
Miranda v. Arizona
What is the name for the kind of judicial opinion where a judge DISAGREES with the court's decision?
Dissenting Opinion
How many total district courts are in the United States?
94
A man sues the department of defense for accidently injuring him during a drone operation. Which type of case is this?
Cases involving the federal government.
Explain what the power of Judicial review allows the Supreme Court to do.
Declare government action such as laws, Executive Orders, and other court rulings unconstitutional.
Which Supreme Court case strengthened 4th amendment protections and required law enforcement to have a warrant or probably cause to search a home.
Mapp v. Ohio
Which Circuit court represents North Carolina
4th Circuit Court of Appeals
What are the formal qualifications to be a Federal Judge at any level
None!!!
Why would a case involving the armed robbery of a U.S. Congressman go before a federal court and not a state court
Because the case involves a federal official.
What three types of cases does the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction in? Name them all!
Diplomat Cases
States vs States
States vs Federal Govt
Which supreme court case designated that your rights may be restricted during times of emergency
Korematsu v. United States
If an appellate court agrees with your appeal they can..... or send it back to the district court for a new trial.
Issue a Remand