Judicial branch flashcard

Front

The reading of your rights to protect you against unfair government actions is a part of your ______?

Back

Due Process Protections

Front

Which federal court has 9 justices and is the highest court in the land?

Back

U.S. Supreme Court

Front

If someone is unhappy with the outcome of their case, they can _____________ and request a new trial.

Back

Appeal

Front

Which type of case means that someone is being charged with a crime?

Back

Criminal

Front

Which federal court hears cases involving state disputes? Options: U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, U.S. District Court

Back

U.S. Supreme Court

Front

True or False: Once U.S. Supreme Court Justices are appointed, they serve for life or until they resign.

Back

True

Front

Which of the following means that a court has the power to hear a case for the very FIRST time? Original Jurisdiction, Appellate Jurisdiction

Back

Original Jurisdiction

Front

Which of the following is defined as: the ability for the judicial branch to declare acts of Congress and the Executive unconstitutional?

Back

Judicial review

Front

What is the purpose of the right of appeal?

Back

To ensure that cases are decided fairly

Front

How many Supreme Court justices are there?

Back

9