Multiple Choice
Which of the following may increase the likelihood of some courts accepting a discretionary appeal petition and granting certiorari?
A) Few or no amicus briefs are filed in support to certiorari.
B) There are similar rulings in lower courts.
C) The case has minor policy implications.
D) The federal government is filing the petition.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q9: Appellate courts rule only on the case
Q10: This appeal is made before or during
Q11: This is when the court rules that
Q12: Which is not a condition that must
Q13: Here, the petitioner argues that in the
Q15: The Supreme Court has ruled that states
Q16: These decisions generally deal with issues that
Q17: A whole new trial that excludes any
Q18: Because a defendant is granted only one
Q19: An appellate court never hears new evidence