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What does jurisdiction involve?

• The process of selecting a jury

• The authority of the court to decide a case

• The ability of a court to enforce laws

• The power of the court to interpret the constitution

What type of jurisdiction do federal courts have?

• Absolute jurisdiction

• Limited jurisdiction

• Unlimited jurisdiction

• Appellate jurisdiction

What are limited jurisdiction courts generally able to hear cases about?

• Any civil or criminal cases

• Cases that raise questions about a federal law or federal constitution

• Cases that are appealed from lower courts

• Cases involving international law

What is a statute?

What type of jurisdiction do state courts have?

• Limited jurisdiction

• Federal jurisdiction

• General jurisdiction

• Maritime jurisdiction

Which of the following cases can only be heard in federal court?

• Divorce cases

• Traffic violation cases

• Bankruptcy cases

• Small claims cases

General Jurisdiction refers to courts that are able to hear cases that deal with:

• Only state law

• Only federal law

• A wide variety of cases including state or local law, state constitution, or federal law

• Only maritime law

What types of cases do State Courts handle?

• Criminal, family, contract, and juvenile law cases

• Only criminal cases

• Only family law cases

• Federal law cases

Can federal laws be tried in state courts?

• Yes, federal laws can also be tried in the state court system

• No, federal laws can only be tried in federal courts

• Yes, but only in local courts

• No, federal laws are not recognized by state courts

What is the jurisdiction of courts that are able to hear a wide variety of cases that deal with state or local law, the state constitution, or federal law?

• Limited Jurisdiction

• General Jurisdiction

• Appellate Jurisdiction

• Exclusive Jurisdiction