Cases heard before the court Flashcards
1
Q
Who is the Chief Justice of the supreme court?
A
Current- John G. Roberts Jr
Four of the nine justices have to agree to hear a case
2
Q
What are Briefs?
A
are written arguments presented to the court by lawyers on behalf of their clients
3
Q
What are oral arguments?
A
are heard by all of the justices and usually last around 90 minutes
4
Q
A private conference?
A
is held to deliberate and reach a verdict
5
Q
Majority Opinion?
A
Written explanation detailing the Court’s decision
6
Q
What is a Dissenting Opinion?
A
Presents the reasoning of justices who vote against the majority
7
Q
What is a Concurring Opinion?
A
Prepared by justices who vote with the majority but who wish to elaborate on some aspect of the opinion
