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The Supreme Court has both original and appellate jurisdiction. It has original jurisdiction over cases involving foreign governments and certain cases between states. It has appellate jurisdiction to hear appeals from federal circuit courts and state supreme courts. The Court is composed of 9 justices, including 1 Chief Justice and 8 Associate Justices, who are paid salaries and hold lifetime appointments after confirmation by the Senate.
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The federal judiciary in the United States consists of trial courts called U.S. District Courts, appellate courts called U.S. Courts of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States. Federal courts have jurisdiction over cases involving the Constitution, federal laws and treaties, disputes between states, and controversies where the U.S. government is a party. District courts have original jurisdiction to hear cases first, while appellate courts have appellate jurisdiction to hear cases on appeal from district courts based on legal issues rather than factual questions. Precedent from past cases guides future court decisions through principles like stare decisis. The Supreme Court has discretionary appellate jurisdiction and can review lower court decisions through a writ of certiorari.
Judiciary
The document discusses key aspects of the US judicial system, including the dual court system with both federal and state courts. It outlines the structure and jurisdiction of federal courts, from district courts handling original cases up to the Supreme Court as the highest court. The Supreme Court has discretion over which cases it will hear and uses a process of writs of certiorari. It also discusses the political aspects of appointing federal judges and their job security.
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The document summarizes the judicial system in the United States. It describes the dual court system with both federal and state courts. At the federal level, it outlines the Supreme Court, U.S. District Courts, and U.S. Courts of Appeal. It also briefly discusses the selection and jurisdiction of federal judges. For state courts, it notes they have appellate courts and often a three-tiered system, though some states only have two levels of courts. State judges are typically elected.
Judicial
The judicial branch established in Article III of the Constitution includes a multi-level federal court system. The lower courts are district courts and courts of appeals, which have jurisdiction over federal laws, disputes between states/citizens of different states, and cases involving the U.S. government. The highest court is the Supreme Court, which has the power of judicial review to determine the constitutionality of laws and issue final rulings that can only be overturned by a new Supreme Court decision or constitutional amendment.
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This document summarizes three main types of American law:
1. Criminal law concerns cases where the government charges someone with a crime like murder, rape, or arson.
2. Civil law involves disputes between private individuals or entities, such as contract disputes, divorces, or lawsuits.
3. Constitutional law deals with the limits of government power and individuals' rights regarding issues like civil rights, privacy, and race.
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The document discusses the structure of the American legal system. It outlines the three branches of government established in Articles I-III of the Constitution, with a focus on Article III and the judicial branch. Key points include the Supreme Court's original lack of power of judicial review until the 1803 Marbury v. Madison decision established this authority. The summary also describes the federal and state court structures, distinguishing between trial and appellate courts.
Federal Courts
The document discusses the structure and processes of the US federal court system. It begins with an overview of the three levels: district courts which handle original cases, appellate courts which hear appeals from district courts, and the Supreme Court which has both original and appellate jurisdiction. It then provides more details on the rules around jurisdiction, precedent, and how cases make their way to the Supreme Court. Key points include requirements for standing, the process of certiorari for the Supreme Court to agree to hear a case, and the potential for concurring or dissenting opinions.
The United States Court System
The document summarizes the structure and powers of the US judicial system. It describes how the Judiciary Act of 1789 established the federal court system and the Supreme Court's power of judicial review established in Marbury v. Madison. It also explains the hierarchy of courts, from US District Courts to Courts of Appeals to the Supreme Court, and how cases progress through this system. The roles of the Chief Justice and Solicitor General in Supreme Court decision-making are also outlined.
The Supreme Court
The document discusses the history and structure of the U.S. Supreme Court. It notes that the Court dealt with economic issues in the 1790s and civil liberties during Earl Warren's time as Chief Justice. The judicial power is vested in the Supreme Court and any lower courts established by Congress. The document outlines the current structure of the federal court system, including 94 district courts and 12 appellate courts. It also examines factors presidents consider in nominating justices and models for understanding judicial decision-making.
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The document provides definitions and summaries of key terms and Supreme Court cases related to the US judicial system. It describes Brown v. Board of Education which ruled that separate educational facilities for black and white students were unequal. It also outlines terms like amicus curiae, judicial review, and the different levels and types of courts in the US system.
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The document discusses the US judicial system and its key components. It outlines the different types of laws, roles of key players like defendants, prosecutors, plaintiffs, witnesses and jurors. It also summarizes the dual court system between state and federal courts, how jurisdiction is divided, and methods of selecting judges at the state level. Finally, it provides an overview of the structure of federal courts culminating with the Supreme Court, its nomination process, and types of decisions it can make.
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- 1. Ch. 11, sec 3
- 2. Jurisdiction Both original and appellate jurisdiction Original jurisdiction (less than 5 per year): 1. cases involving reps of foreign governments 2. certain cases where a state is involved (or two states) Appellate jurisdiction: Appealed from federal appeals courts Appealed from state courts
- 3. Supreme Court Justices 9 justices (1 chief, 8 associate) Salary: Chief: $223, 500 Associate: $213, 900 Life term May be impeached and removed for treason, bribery, or other high crimes, but it has never happened before.
- 4. Duties of the Justices Deciding which cases to hear Deciding on the case itself (who wins) providing an explanation for their decision; also called the Court’s Opinion Overseeing a federal circuit
- 5. Diversity in the Supreme Court More than 100 men, only 4 women (3 currently serving) 1st was Sandra Day O’Conner- appointed by Reagan Only two African Americans (1 currently serving) 1st was Thurgood Marshall- appointed by L.B. Johnson Usually older Mostly from upper socioeconomic backgrounds
- 6. Appointing Justices President appoints Senate approves Today, most are approves In the 1800’s, 25% were rejected Most presidents choose people who are well liked, but have similar beliefs to their own
- 7. Influencing groups American Bar Association Rates judges as “well qualified,” “qualified,” or “not qualified” Interest Groups Interest groups try to convince senators to approve justices who will help their cause and reject those who will hurt