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Unit V: The Supreme Court at Work
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Writ of Certiorari | It is a petition origination from lower court when the plaintiff believes their case needs reconsideration. |
| What determines whether the Supreme Court grants a Writ of Certiorari or not? Why? | The case must involve a significant constitutional issue. Based on the rule of four, four of the justices must agree to accept the case. It is also important to note the pattern of cases. A solic |
| Legal briefs | written statements from each side stating legal arguments, relevant facts, and precedents to support it |
| Other than lawyers for the petitioner and respondent, who typically submits legal briefs? What are those briefs called? | Interest groups, individuals, or gov't agencies may submit an "amicus curae" which might provide useful information in court. A solicitor general also has right to submit as well. |
| Why are oral arguments important? | Oral arguments allow each side to summarize case from their perspective in 30 minutes. |
| What occurs during the decision making process of the Supreme Court? What influences those decisions? | A private conference is held to determine final stance on the case. the court can either affirm (agree w/ lower court), reverse (disagree w/ court), or remand (send back to lower court). |
| What occurs during the opinion making process? | This is the final stage in which justices utlize their reasoning on a case. There is a majority, dissenting (losing side), and concurring opinion (agree w/ majority for diff reason) |
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