Florida Court System Overview

The video provides an overview of the U.S. legal system, highlighting the dual court system with federal and state courts. It explains the structure of the federal court system, including district, circuit, and Supreme Courts. The video also details the Florida court system, its tiers, and jurisdiction. It discusses the differences in case loads between federal and state courts, with a focus on Florida's court filings. Finally, it addresses potential confusion with similar court names.

What is the highest court in the United States legal system?

• District Court

• U.S. Supreme Court

• State Supreme Court

• Federal Circuit Court

Which type of cases are state courts NOT allowed to hear?

• Lawsuits against the United States

• Robberies

• Family disputes

• Traffic violations

What percentage of federal court filings are civil or criminal cases?

• 30%

• 40%

• 20%

• 10%

How many tiers does the federal court system have?

• Five

• Four

• Three

• Two

Which states are under the jurisdiction of the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals?

• Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi

• California, Nevada, Arizona

• Florida, Alabama, Georgia

• New York, New Jersey, Connecticut

When was the Middle District Court in Florida created?

• 1847

• 1957

• 1962

• 1981

What is the role of the Circuit Court in Florida?

• Only an appellate court

• Neither a trial nor an appellate court

• Only a trial court

• Both a trial and an appellate court

Which court in Florida is referred to as the 'People's Court'?

• Supreme Court

• County Court

• Circuit Court

• District Court of Appeal

Where are the Florida district courts of appeal located?

• Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Tallahassee

• Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Pensacola

• Gainesville, Sarasota, Naples, Fort Myers, Key West

• Tallahassee, Lakeland, Miami, West Palm Beach, Daytona Beach

What should you not confuse the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals with?

• Florida County Court

• U.S. District Court

• Florida Circuit Court

• Florida Supreme Court