Virginia Court System Flashcard

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What is the highest judicial level in Virginia?

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Supreme Court

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Which court in Virginia has the power of judicial review at the state level?

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Supreme Court

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Which court in Virginia has appellate jurisdiction and is the court of final appeal?

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Supreme Court

Front

Which court in Virginia reviews the decisions of Virginia's circuit courts?

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Court of Appeals

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Which court in Virginia has original jurisdiction for felony criminal cases?

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Circuit Court

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Which court in Virginia has original jurisdiction in juvenile and family cases?

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Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court

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Which court in Virginia has original jurisdiction of all misdemeanors and civil cases involving lower dollar amounts?

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General District Court

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How many judges consist the Court of Appeals of Virginia?

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11

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Which court in Virginia has no jury and all cases are heard by a judge who makes the final ruling?

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General District Court

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Where does the organization and jurisdiction of Virginia's courts come from?

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Virginia's Constitution and state laws