Federal Article III Courts

The video provides an overview of the US federal court system, starting with the US Supreme Court, followed by the circuit courts of appeal, and the federal district trial courts. It explains the distinction between Article 3 courts, which include the main federal courts, and Article 1 courts, which are primarily administrative courts like immigration and bankruptcy courts.

What is the role of the US Supreme Court in the federal court system?

• It is a specialty court.

• It handles only criminal cases.

• It is the highest appellate court.

• It is a trial court.

How many federal courts of appeal exist under the US Supreme Court?

• 11

• 12

• 13

• 14

What are the main Article 3 courts in the federal system?

• Tax courts

• District trial courts

• Bankruptcy courts

• Circuit courts

Which of the following is an example of an Article 1 court?

• Circuit court

• Supreme Court

• District trial court

• Immigration court

What type of cases do Article 1 courts primarily handle?

• Criminal cases

• Administrative and agency cases

• Civil rights cases

• Constitutional cases