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Noemi Ramirez
on Nov 29, 2024Verified
Which of the following are ways in which a case can reach the United States Supreme Court?
A) Appeal by right and stare decisis .
B) Stare decisis and voir dire.
C) Writ of certiorari and appeal by right.
D) Voir dire and writ of certiorari .
Stare Decisis
A legal principle that mandates courts to follow the precedents set by previous decisions in similar cases.
Writ of Certiorari
An order by a higher court to review the decision of a lower court or administrative agency.
Appeal by Right
The statutory right to have a higher court review the decision of a lower court, typically guaranteed without the higher court's discretion to deny the review.
- Comprehend the functions and authority of the U.S. Supreme Court, encompassing its jurisdiction and procedures for accepting cases.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the functions and authority of the U.S. Supreme Court, encompassing its jurisdiction and procedures for accepting cases.