Missouri Judicial System Quiz

What is the highest court in Missouri's judicial system called?

• Circuit Courts

• Courts of Appeals

• Supreme Court

• Nonpartisan Court Plan

Which courts in Missouri are primarily responsible for reviewing decisions made by lower courts?

• Supreme Court

• Trial Courts

• Circuit Courts

• Courts of Appeals

What is the primary function of the Circuit Courts in Missouri?

• To handle the most significant legal cases

• To review decisions from Trial Courts

• To be the initial forums for legal proceedings and trials

• To select judges for the state

What is the purpose of the Nonpartisan Court Plan in Missouri?

• To review legal decisions

• To reduce political influence in the selection of judges

• To handle appellate cases

• To define legal jurisdictions

Which principle is emphasized as important for judges under the Nonpartisan Court Plan?

• Political affiliation

• Impartiality

• Legal expertise

• Seniority

What is the mandatory retirement age for judges in the Missouri Supreme Court?

• 65

• 70

• 75

• 80

How long is the term for a Missouri Supreme Court judge?

• 10 years

• 12 years

• 15 years

• 20 years

Which court handles initial legal proceedings in Missouri?

• Supreme Court

• District Courts

• Circuit Courts

• Court of Appeals

What is a key difference between the Missouri Judicial Branch and the federal judiciary?

• Federal judges have lifetime appointments

• Missouri judges are appointed by the president

• Federal judges do not require U.S. citizenship

• Missouri judges serve shorter terms than federal judges

How are judges selected in Missouri's Nonpartisan Court Plan?

• Based on political affiliations

• Based on qualifications

• Based on popularity

• Based on financial contributions