0
Aren't the justices of the Supreme Court assigned to certain areas of the country so if I am in Utah I would file a petition with a particular Associate judge?
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
US Supreme Court justices are assigned Circuits for the purpose of considering emergency orders, such as stays. Petitions for writ of certiorari are submitted through the Clerk of Courts, in accordance with the Rules of the Supreme Court of the United States.
Utah is within the 10th Circuit, which is overseen by Justice Sonia Sotomayor. For a full list of allotment orders, see Related Questions.
To view the Rules, see Related Links, below.
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What does cert denied mean?
"Cert" is short for "certiorari," which refers to the appeal (petition for a writ of certiorari) a party files with the Supreme Court requesting the justices review the case. If the justices decide against hearing the case, they deny the petition. This is usually abbreviated and referred to as "cert denied."
What happens to a petition for a writ of certiorari when it reaches the US Supreme Court?
A writ of certiorari is the Supreme Court's equivalent of an appeals case in lower courts. In this process four of nine Supreme Court justices must agree that there is sufficient evidence to hear the case. If they do agree to go forward, a writ of certiorari is then created.
Why are US Supreme Court justices assigned to the intermediate US Courts of Appeals Circuits?
Each Justice is assigned one or more Circuits over which he or she is responsible for emergency petitions, stays, and certain other administrative duties that may require quick action from the Supreme Court. It is more expedient for a single justice to determine the disposition of certain motions than for the entire bench to convene, debate and vote on mundane issues (especially those that arise at odd hours).If the justice presiding over a particular Circuit believes circumstances of a motion or petition warrant the attention of the Court, he or she can present the matter for review.
How does a US Supreme Court case start?
US Supreme Court cases are initiated when a minimum of four justices agree to grant a petition for writ of certiorari.
What is a petition and why is it used?
A formal written request, typically one signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular cause.
Is the definition of petition?
A formal written request, typically one signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular cause.
On the passing of your fathers wife who is now his next of kin as he has alzheimers and is in care?
You could petition the courts and be assigned as his guardian. If no other family memeber steps up he will become a ward of the state.
Who decides who is to be a patron saint?
People or clergy can petition the Vatican to name a particular saint as the patron of some particular city, occupation or against some disease. If the Vatican agrees, that saint will be named as a patron.
Can an executor petition the court for a co-executor to assist them?
You can petition the court for appointment of a co-executor. It depends on the practice in your particular court. The court may question why you accepted the appointment if you can't perform your duties and may want to appoint a replacement. On the other hand, it may allow your petition. You should consult with the attorney who is handling the estate.
What is the rule of four in the supreme court?
The Rule of Four has nothing to do with arguing before the US Supreme Court. It refers to the number of US Supreme Court justices who must agree to hear a case before the case can be accepted on appeal. If four justices sign off on a petition for writ of certiorari (request for review), the case will be added to the Court's docket. For more information, see Related Questions, below.
How do you become a special victims unit lawyer?
you become a district attorney and eventually petition to get assigned into that unit? Stop living the L&O SVU dream... that's not how real life works.
How many votes are needed to accept a case in the US Supreme Court?
It requires the vote of at least four of the nine US Supreme Court justices to grant a petition for writ of certiorari. If four Justices agree, the Supreme Court will accept the case. This is referred to as the "Rule of Four."
