Virginia Court System Overview

The video tutorial provides an overview of the Virginia state court system, detailing the types of cases heard at the state level and the roles of different courts. It covers the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, General District Court, Circuit Courts, Court of Appeals, and the Virginia Supreme Court, explaining their jurisdictions and the decision-makers involved. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding the judicial branch and its components.

What types of cases are typically heard at the state level in Virginia?

• Military cases

• Federal law cases

• International disputes

• Cases involving state laws and local ordinances

Who decides cases in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court?

• A panel of judges

• The governor

• A jury

• A single judge

What is the jurisdiction of the General District Court in Virginia?

• High-dollar civil cases

• Felony cases

• Low-dollar civil cases and misdemeanors

• International cases

Which court in Virginia has the authority to review cases from district courts?

• Juvenile Court

• Circuit Court

• General District Court

• Supreme Court

What type of cases do Circuit Courts have original jurisdiction over?

• Felony cases and high-dollar civil cases

• Family disputes

• Misdemeanors

• Traffic violations

Which court in Virginia can have a jury decide the case?

• Circuit Court

• Juvenile Court

• Court of Appeals

• General District Court

What is the primary jurisdiction of the Court of Appeals in Virginia?

• Limited original jurisdiction

• Original jurisdiction

• International jurisdiction

• Appellate jurisdiction

How many justices are there in the Virginia Supreme Court?

• Nine

• Seven

• Five

• Eleven

What special power does the Virginia Supreme Court hold over state laws?

• Legislative review

• Judicial review

• Executive review

• Financial review

Which court is considered the highest authority in the Virginia state court system?

• General District Court

• Circuit Court

• Court of Appeals

• Virginia Supreme Court