Judiciary Flashcards
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Jurisdiction of Federal Courts
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Constitutional and federal laws, maritime laws
Citizens of different states
Representatives of foreign countries
Treason
Disputes between a state and its citizens
Constitutionality of federal and state laws
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Federal Judges
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No qualifications
Appointed by the president
Serve for life
Render impartial descisions
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Federal court system
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94 district courts Lowest courts hold 1st trials Criminal and civil cases 13 court of appeals Can confirm or void judgement 1 Supreme Court Highest court Hears only a small percentage of cases Only Jew or important legal cases Desicions by majority court
