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There are many types of judges, including federal judges, state judges, appellate judges, trial court judges, administrative law judges, and magistrate judges. Each type may have specific jurisdiction and responsibilities depending on the court system in which they preside.
In the U.S., it varies by state. Federal judges are not elected; they are appointed.
Typically, all nine justices of the US Supreme Court hear a case together; however, many cases have been decided with fewer justices. Federal law requires a quorum of at least six justices hear each case.
Article III federal judges are paid according to type of court they preside over. Although they receive cost-of-living increases each year, they have not received a substantial pay increase for many years.2011 Article III Federal Judicial Salaries$174,000 US District Court judges$174,000 US Court of International Trade judges$184,500 US Court of Appeals Circuit Court judges$213,900 US Supreme Court, Associate Justices$223,500 US Supreme Court, Chief Justice2011 Article I Federal Judicial Salaries$160,080 Bankruptcy Judges and Federal Magistrates$174,000 US Tax Court judges$174,000 Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims judges$103,900 - $155,500 Administrative Law JudgesThe Answers community requested more information for this question. Please edit your question to include more context.
There are 12 judges total. (The title "Justice" is reserved for members of the Supreme Court.) There are 4 judges from each grand division of Tennessee. However, only three judges hear each case. The grand division in which each county is located will determine which set of judges hears a particular case. For instance, a case from Hamilton County will be heard in the Eastern Division Court of Appeals and three of the four judges from the Eastern Division will hear that appeal. Likewise, a case from Trousdale County will be heard by three of the four judges from the Middle Division.
No, there is not just one federal district judge for each district. Each federal district court can have multiple judges assigned to it, depending on the size and caseload of the district. Additionally, a single judge typically handles different cases and motions within their jurisdiction, but there is a collective bench of judges in each district.
The federal court system in the United States consists of three main levels: the Supreme Court, the Courts of Appeals, and the District Courts. The Supreme Court has nine justices, including one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices. There are 13 Courts of Appeals, each with a varying number of judges, usually ranging from 6 to 30 per circuit. The District Courts, which serve as the trial courts, have 94 districts and a total of approximately 677 judges, with the number of judges in each district varying based on population and caseload.
The Supreme Court is the highest of the federal courts. Cases from the court of appeals in each circuit and from the state supreme courts can be appealed to the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court can "reach down" to the lower courts and hear that case, or, it can hear a case on appeal from the lower federal courts or highest state courts, at the Supreme Court's discretion.
The number of judges assigned varies as to the size of the circuit it serves.
State and municipal judges' salaries vary by location and other factors.Article III federal judges are paid according to type of court they preside over. Although they receive cost-of-living increases each year, they have not received a substantial pay increase for many years.2011 Article III Federal Judicial Salaries$174,000 US District Court judges$174,000 US Court of International Trade judges$184,500 US Court of Appeals Circuit Court judges$213,900 US Supreme Court, Associate Justices$223,500 US Supreme Court, Chief Justice2011 Article I Federal Judicial Salaries$160,080 Bankruptcy Judges and Federal Magistrates$174,000 US Tax Court judges$174,000 Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims judges$103,900 - $155,500 Administrative Law Judges
The judicial system operates within the boundaries of the law. Judges interpret what they think the law means in each case.
As of now, there are 94 federal district courts in the United States, and each district typically has multiple judges. Senior district court judges are those who have taken senior status, a form of semi-retirement, but they still hear cases. The exact number of senior district court judges can fluctuate, but as of recent estimates, there are typically around 300 senior judges across the federal district courts. For the most current number, you may want to refer to official judicial statistics or the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts.