Full Faith and Credit Clause Overview

Article 4 of the U.S. Constitution outlines the responsibilities and powers of states and the federal government. It includes the Full Faith and Credit Clause, ensuring states respect each other's laws, and the Privileges and Immunities Clause, protecting citizens' rights across states. It also details the process for admitting new states and guarantees a republican form of government, with federal protection against invasion and domestic violence.

What does the Full Faith and Credit Clause require states to do?

• Share natural resources with neighboring states

• Adopt the same laws as other states

• Provide financial support to other states

• Respect the public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of other states

Who has the authority to determine how acts, records, and proceedings are proven under the Full Faith and Credit Clause?

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• Congress

• State Governors

What rights are citizens entitled to when they move to another state?

• Automatic citizenship of the new state

• Exemption from state taxes

• Free housing and employment

• All privileges and immunities of citizens in the new state

What happens to a person charged with a crime who flees to another state?

• They are granted asylum

• They are extradited back to the state where the crime was committed

• They are tried in the state they fled to

• They are free from prosecution

Can a new state be formed within the jurisdiction of an existing state without consent?

• No, it is not allowed under any circumstances

• No, it requires the consent of the state legislatures and Congress

• Yes, if the population agrees

• Yes, if Congress approves

What power does Congress have over U.S. territories?

• Full control over rules and regulations

• Limited to defense matters

• Only financial oversight

• None, territories are independent

What is required for a new state to be admitted into the Union?

• A referendum in the existing states

• Approval from the President

• A majority vote in the state

• Consent of Congress

What form of government is guaranteed to every state in the Union?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Republican

• Oligarchy

Under what conditions can the federal government intervene in a state's affairs?

• Only during natural disasters

• To protect against invasion and domestic violence

• To enforce federal laws

• To manage state elections

Who can request federal assistance against domestic violence if the state legislature cannot convene?

• The state governor

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• Local law enforcement