Gov't Ch 13 Section 4

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These courts exercise the judicial power of the U.S.

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Constitutional Courts

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Created by Congress to hear cases from the expressed powers of Congress.

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Special Courts

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The authority of a court to hear a case.

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Limited Jurisdiction

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Which of the following is NOT a party involved in limited jurisdiction? Ambassadors, Federal Crimes, International Crimes, Violation of copyrights

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International Crimes

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Which of the following is NOT a subject of a limited jurisdiction case? Federal Crimes, Constitutional Questions, Maritime, Small Claims

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Small Claims

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Cases heard in BOTH federal or state courts. Example: Civil cases between citizens from different states for damages over $75,000 and bankruptcy.

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Concurrent jurisdiction

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Cases heard by the state courts. Includes: simple theft, custody hearings, and civil cases.

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General Jurisdiction

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Created the Supreme Court and the lower courts (Court of Appeals, District Courts, and Court of International Trade).

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Article III

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Who created the Federal District Courts, Appeals Courts, and "Special" Courts?

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Congress

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How many District Courts are there?

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