Exam 7: Courts and the Quest for Justice

In the federal court system,there are ____ U.S.Courts of Appeal,also referred to as U.S.Circuit Courts of Appeal.

The United States has _____________ different judicial systems.

List the different names given to public prosecutors and indicate the general powers that they have.

Explain the federal court system

Explain the structure of a typical state court system

What is the title of the list of cases entered on a court's calendar and thus scheduled to be heard by the court?

The power of the law is known as:

Drug courts,juvenile courts,domestic courts,and elder courts are all examples of:

As most cases are decided through plea bargains rather than through trial proceedings,the judge often offers his or her services as a negotiator to help the prosecution and the defense "make a deal."

The U.S.Supreme Court consists of ____ justices.

Which amendment provides for the right to counsel?

The United States Supreme Court will not issue a writ of certiorari unless at least __________ justices approve of it.

The primary responsibility of the ____ is to represent the defendant at various stages of the custodial process,such as arrest,interrogation,lineup,and arraignment.

____________________ are public civil officers or officials with limited judicial authority within a particular geographic area.

A rule that the United States Supreme Court will not issue a writ of certiorari unless at least four justices approve it is known as the _________________________.

An appellate court will rarely question a jury's decision; instead,the appellate judges will review the manner in which the facts and evidence were provided to the jury,and rule on whether errors were made in the process.

It is possible for a person to waive his or her Sixth Amendment right to an attorney and can act as his or her own defense attorney.

The ______________ function of the court is concerned with speed and efficiency.

The Supreme Court does not normally hear any evidence,instead they base their decision on the written record of the case and ___________________________ which are the arguments presented in person rather than on paper.

Which courts handle misdemeanors and some civil matters?