The Federal Courts

What was the main issue in the Morse v. Frederick case of 2007?

• Freedom of religion

• Freedom of speech

• Right to privacy

• Right to bear arms

What did Alexander Hamilton call the Judicial branch in Federalist Paper #78?

• The most powerful branch

• The least dangerous branch

• The most influential branch

• The most controversial branch

What does "stare decisis" mean in legal terms?

• Let the decision stand

• Overturn the decision

• Appeal the decision

• Delay the decision

What types of cases do federal courts hear?

• State law violations

• Treaties, US Constitution questions, and federal law

• Local ordinance disputes

• Traffic violations

What is a writ of habeas corpus?

• A court order to increase bail

• A court order to release a prisoner if their rights were violated

• A court order to dismiss a case

• A court order to change the venue of a trial

What is the role of the Supreme Court in the judicial system?

• It is the only court that can create laws.

• It is the highest court and its decisions are binding precedents.

• It has the power to enforce laws directly.

• It can only review cases related to state laws.

What is a traditional limitation on the federal courts?

• They can create laws for broad social classes.

• They have unlimited enforcement powers.

• They must rely on federal or state agencies to enforce rulings.

• They can initiate cases without them being brought to court.

What is a key factor presidents consider when nominating judges?

• Age

• Experience, character, and ideological views

• Educational background

• Geographic location

What happens after a judicial nominee is selected by the President?

• They are immediately confirmed

• They go to the Judiciary Committee

• They start serving in the court

• They are voted on by the public

What is the power of the Supreme Court known as, which involves reviewing lower court decisions?

• Judicial Review

• Constitutional Amendment

• Legislative Oversight

• Executive Privilege