Federal and State Courts

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The judicial branch checks other branches of government by...

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determining laws' constitutionality

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The U.S. Supreme Court has the power to...

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declare laws unconstitutional

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How is the judiciary branch checked by other branches?

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The president appoints federal judges with the advice and consent of the Senate.

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Which steps in the trial process are ordered correctly from first to last? Options: opening statements, examinations, closing statements, jury instructions, verdict

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opening statements, examinations, closing statements, jury instructions, verdict

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The 6th amendment guarantees which of the following to the accused? counsel, counsel and jury, counsel, jury and witnesses, counsel, jury, witnesses and at least one plea bargain offer

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counsel, jury and witnesses

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What is the most democratic aspect of the trail?

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jury

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The main difference between adversarial and inquisitorial systems is in the...

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role of the court

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What does a plea bargain usually involve?

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admission to a lesser crime

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Which court has the power to overrule the decision of a federal appeals court?

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U.S. Supreme Court

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Which courts can hear cases involving federal laws?

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federal courts only