Structure of the Court System
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10 questions
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What is the hierarchy of courts? (bottom to top)
What is the hierarchy of courts? (bottom to top)
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There is more than 100 district courts in the United States?
There is more than 100 district courts in the United States?
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How many judges will typically preside over a federal appeals case?
How many judges will typically preside over a federal appeals case?
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The process of taking legal action is called...
The process of taking legal action is called...
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The final court of appeals is the...
The final court of appeals is the...
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The Judicial Branch does what with the laws?
The Judicial Branch does what with the laws?
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After watching the video, what is your biggest takeaway about the structure of the court system?
After watching the video, what is your biggest takeaway about the structure of the court system?
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Almost all criminal cases start in state courts
Almost all criminal cases start in state courts
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When can you appeal a trial court decision?
When can you appeal a trial court decision?
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What is it called when an appellate court hears a case?
What is it called when an appellate court hears a case?