Question 1

How are state court systems organized, and what changes have taken place with regard to simplifying the organization of the courts in some states?

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State court systems are organized in a h...

Question 2

The U.S. Supreme Court begins its annual term in early October and continues until late June or early July.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following courts hear cases that originated and were decided in trial courts, providing accountability for them?

Accepted Answer

A)   Federal
B)   Appellate
C)   State
D)   Justice of the peace

Question 4

Outline the structure of the federal court system and note the functions performed by each component.

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The federal court system in the United States is structured in a hierarchical manner, with three main levels: the district courts, the courts of appeals, and the Supreme Court.

1. District Courts: These are the trial courts of the federal system, where most federal cases begin. There are 94 district courts across the country, each serving a specific geographic area. District courts have original jurisdiction over most federal cases, including both civil and criminal matters. They also handle bankruptcy cases and cases involving federal laws and regulations.

2. Courts of Appeals: There are 13 courts of appeals, each covering a specific geographic region known as a circuit. These courts hear appeals from the district courts and have the authority to review decisions made by federal administrative agencies. The courts of appeals do not hold trials or hear new evidence; instead, they review the legal decisions made by lower courts to determine if any errors were made.

3. Supreme Court: The Supreme Court is the highest court in the federal system and serves as the final arbiter of federal law. It has the authority to review decisions made by the courts of appeals and has the discretion to hear cases from state courts if they involve federal law or constitutional issues. The Supreme Court also has original jurisdiction in cases involving disputes between states or cases affecting ambassadors and public ministers.

Each component of the federal court system performs specific functions to ensure the fair and efficient administration of justice at the federal level. The district courts handle the majority of federal cases and serve as the primary trial courts, while the courts of appeals provide oversight and review of lower court decisions. The Supreme Court serves as the ultimate authority on federal law and constitutional interpretation, providing final resolution to the most complex and significant legal issues in the country.

Question 5

Appellate courts hear new testimony and consider new evidence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The bulk of incoming caseloads in state courts involve which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)   Criminal offenses
B)   Traffic offenses
C)   Domestic relations
D)   Civil disputes B

Question 7

Which type of specialized courts exist throughout the United States to address quality-of-life crimes such as prostitution, trespassing, and vandalism?

Accepted Answer

A)   Residential
B)   Opportunity-based
C)   Community
D)   Victimless crime

Question 8

Which of the following, created in 1967, provides training and research for federal judges and as part of its responsibilities recommends improvements in the administration and management of the federal courts?

Accepted Answer

A)   Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts
B)   Judicial Conference of the United States
C)   Federal Judicial Center
D)   U.S. Sentencing Commission

Question 9

Courts of limited jurisdiction in states that use a two-tiered court structure (including both courts of limited and general jurisdiction) hear the majority of cases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Most states have abandoned the two-tier systems consisting of intermediate courts of appeal and courts of last resort (or state supreme courts) and opted for a single-tier system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Jurisdiction includes geography, subject matter, and functions and responsibilities of a court.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 12

The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 allocated over $50 million for the expansion of drug courts across the United States.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

There are 345 U.S. district attorneys in the 554 U.S. districts throughout the United States and its territories.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following are the federal appellate courts that hear appeals from cases originating within federal trial courts in their district?

Accepted Answer

A)   U.S. courts of appeals
B)   U.S. magistrate courts
C)   U.S. justice of the peace courts
D)   U.S. intermediate courts

Question 15

Courts of limited jurisdiction are courts of record, which means

Accepted Answer

A)   formal transcripts are prepared for use at the appellate level.
B)   the proceedings are recorded through audio devices.
C)   the media is permitted to broadcast the proceedings.
D)   formal transcripts are not permitted as the cases are not subject to appellatereview.

Question 16

Which of the following are a subcomponent of U.S. district courts and were created by Congress in 1968 to ease the burden of district courts?

Accepted Answer

A)   U.S. justices of the peace
B)   U.S. intermediate court judges
C)   U.S. magistrate judges
D)   U.S. circuit court judges

Exam 21: Current Organization of Courts

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Which of the following courts hear cases that originated and were decided in trial courts, providing accountability for them?

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Outline the structure of the federal court system and note the functions performed by each component.

Appellate courts hear new testimony and consider new evidence.

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The bulk of incoming caseloads in state courts involve which of the following?

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Courts of limited jurisdiction in states that use a two-tiered court structure (including both courts of limited and general jurisdiction) hear the majority of cases.

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Most states have abandoned the two-tier systems consisting of intermediate courts of appeal and courts of last resort (or state supreme courts) and opted for a single-tier system.

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Jurisdiction includes geography, subject matter, and functions and responsibilities of a court.

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The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 allocated over $50 million for the expansion of drug courts across the United States.

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There are 345 U.S. district attorneys in the 554 U.S. districts throughout the United States and its territories.

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Which of the following courts hear cases that originated and were decided in trial courts, providing accountability for them?

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Outline the structure of the federal court system and note the functions performed by each component.

Appellate courts hear new testimony and consider new evidence.

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The bulk of incoming caseloads in state courts involve which of the following?

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Which type of specialized courts exist throughout the United States to address quality-of-life crimes such as prostitution, trespassing, and vandalism?

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Which of the following, created in 1967, provides training and research for federal judges and as part of its responsibilities recommends improvements in the administration and management of the federal courts?

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Courts of limited jurisdiction in states that use a two-tiered court structure (including both courts of limited and general jurisdiction) hear the majority of cases.

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Most states have abandoned the two-tier systems consisting of intermediate courts of appeal and courts of last resort (or state supreme courts) and opted for a single-tier system.

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Jurisdiction includes geography, subject matter, and functions and responsibilities of a court.

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The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 allocated over $50 million for the expansion of drug courts across the United States.

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There are 345 U.S. district attorneys in the 554 U.S. districts throughout the United States and its territories.

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Which of the following are the federal appellate courts that hear appeals from cases originating within federal trial courts in their district?

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Courts of limited jurisdiction are courts of record, which means

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