Judicial Branch Flashcards
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What’s a trial court?
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Resolves disputes by determining facts and applying legal principles
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What’s a court?
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An institution est. by the government to settle disputes.
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Appellate court?
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Determines if laws were applied correctly in the trial court
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What is the adversary system?
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Opposing parties present arguments to a fact finder (judge or jury.)
The fact finder determines the outcome of the case
