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Unit 12 (1a-2d)
Blue 12 - Unit 12 (1a-2d)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The power of a court to hear a case first. | Original Jurisdiction |
| The power of a court to review the decision of a lower court. | Appellate Jurisdiction |
| Serious criminal violations (Murder and Bank Robbery). | Felony |
| Minor criminal violations (Parking violations and traffic tickets). | Misdemeanor |
| What is the main job of the judicial branch? | Interpret laws |
| Which two types of courts make up the dual court system in the United States? | Federal and state |
| Which document establishes the organization and jurisdiction of the U.S. courts? | The Constitution of the United States |
| Which document establishes the organization and jurisdiction of the Virginia court system? | The Virginia Constitution |