Judicial Branch Flashcards
What powers does the Judicial Branch have?
The Judicial Branch interprets laws, reviews lower court decisions, judges whether laws and executives actions are constitutional. They also rule on casing between states.
How long do Supreme Court justices serve for?
They serve for life (until they retire or can not make logical decisions).
What is the highest Court in the judicial system?
The Supreme Court is the highest court in the judicial system.
What are the two main federal courts?
The district court and the appellate court are the two main federal courts.
How many Supreme Court justices are there?
There are 9 Supreme Court justices.
Who nominates the Supreme Court justices?
The President nominates the Supreme Court justices.
How many cases are brought to the Supreme Court each year? How many actually get heard by the Supreme Court?
Approximately, 10,000 go to the Supreme Court each year but only 100 get heard.
What powers do the Federal Courts have?
The federal courts can solve disputes that involve national laws, the federal government, and the state.
