Article 3 Flashcards
Who must approve their appointment?
The senate
How long does a Justice serve?
A lifetime
How many Justices are there on the court?
9 justices
How do cases get to the Supreme Court?
Appellate Jurisdiction is when the court hears a case from a lower state or federal court
Original Jurisdiction is when the Supreme Court has the power to hear the case for the first time
Who is the current Chief Justice?
John Roberts
Who was the first woman on the court?
Sandra Day O’Connor
What happens to Supreme Court decisions after they are made?
They publish a written opinion about the case that explains why the decision was made
What is the difference between appellate and original jurisdiction
Appellate jurisdiction is when they hear a case from a lower court and Original Jurisdiction is when they are the first to hear the case
What is Judicial Review?
It’s the most important power of the Supreme Court and this allows the Supreme Court to decide if a law is unconstitutional
How are Justices chosen?
They are appointed by the president
