Asked by
Stacy Breenda
on Nov 27, 2024Verified
Kari and Lillian, who are citizens of Mississippi, are involved in a case related to the adoption of their child. Over this case, Mississippi state courts have
A) concurrent jurisdiction with federal courts.
B) concurrent jurisdiction with other state courts.
C) exclusive jurisdiction.
D) no jurisdiction.
Exclusive Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction that exists when a case can be heard only in a particular court or type of court, such as a federal court or a state court.
Mississippi State Courts
Mississippi State Courts are the judicial tribunals within the state of Mississippi, including various levels such as trial courts, appellate courts, and the Mississippi Supreme Court, responsible for adjudicating legal disputes.
Adoption
The legal process by which an individual or couple becomes the legal and permanent parent(s) of a child who is not biologically their own.
- Differentiate between the jurisdiction of state and federal law and their respective applicabilities.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between the jurisdiction of state and federal law and their respective applicabilities.