Supreme Court Justice Qualifications

According to the Constitution, what are the age requirements for a Supreme Court Justice?

• Must be at least 40 years old
• Not specified
• Must be at least 30 years old
• Must be at least 50 years old

What are the formal education requirements to be on the Supreme Court, as listed in the United States constitution?

• No education requirements
• Bachelor's degree in any field
• Law degree and extensive legal experience
• Medical degree and clinical experience

T/F - You must be born in the United States to be a Supreme Court Justice.

• False

• True

Who must nominate a Supreme Court Justice in the United States?

• Congress (House and Senate).

• The Speaker of the House
• The President of the United States
• The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

The __________ _____________ Committee will ask potential Supreme Court candidates questions about their legal philosophy, past rulings, opinions, and overall qualifications.

• Supreme Court

• Congress Judiciary

• House Judiciary

• Senate Judiciary

Who votes for a supreme court justice in the final confirmation?

• Other Supreme Court Justices

• U.S. House of Representatives
• State Governors
• U.S. Senate

What is the final step in become a Supreme Court Justice?

• Passing the Bar Exam
• Appointment by the President
• Oath

• Confirmation by the Senate