Judicial Branch

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If someone is on trial for committing an illegal act they would go to....

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Criminal Court

Front

The person who is being accused of wrong doing or a criminal act is called the-

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defendant

Front

In a criminal case the side that is bringing charges against the other is called the-

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prosecution

Front

If you believe your trial was not handled fairly what can you do?

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Appeal your verdict to a higher court

Front

Which court is the most powerful?

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The Supreme Court

Front

How long is a Supreme Court Justice's term?

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life

Front

What is the name of the power that allows the Supreme Court to decide if a law is constitutional?

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judicial review

Front

Which case established judicial review?

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Marbury v Madison

Front

The authority of a court to hear a case is called __.

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jurisdiction

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The two types of courts are ___ and ___.

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federal and state