OVERVIEW OF THE SUPREME COURT Flashcards
1
Q
How many justices in USSC
A
9
2
Q
Whats the layout of the USSC
A
1 chief Justice
8 associate justices
3
Q
What are the tenures of USSC judges and how can they end early
A
Life tenure
Can be shortened via - Impeachment, retire
4
Q
What cases does USSC only hear
A
Constitutional importance
5
Q
What is the hierarchy of courts in US
A
USSC
US courts of appeals
US district courts
