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No. The opposite was used and that was to make sure their rights were protected. Local laws were often used to prevent voting. Today there has been a new tactic used and this changing the district maps, making poll times shorter, and requiring proof of identity. These things have not been done by the federal government, but within states. The US Attorney General has been looking into the laws.
What else can I help you with?
What tactics have been used to keep African Americans from voting and what has not been attempted to keep them from voting?
Not court orders but Literacy Tests
Do US Marshals provide security at federal courts?
Yes. They are responsible for enforcing federal court orders, and maintaining court and judicial security.
What was 1 supreme court case on the 26Th amendment?
One significant Supreme Court case related to the 26th Amendment is Oregon v. Mitchell (1970). In this case, the Court addressed the constitutionality of a provision of the Voting Rights Act that lowered the voting age to 18 in federal, state, and local elections. The Court upheld the amendment's application to federal elections but ruled that states could set their own voting ages for state and local elections, leading to a complex landscape regarding voting rights. This case highlighted the ongoing tensions between federal and state authority in election laws.
Do state court orders stay in effect when case is removed to federal court?
If I am understanding question correctly depending on outcome of federal court, state court still reserves the right to go back and try to prosecute on state level but most of the time they don't,
Why is there a desire for federal legislation to protect voting?
There is a NEED to protect voting rights. Some states are passing laws to restrict people from voting and making sure there are not voting precincts in the poorest areas of cities. Some of the laws reflect the old Jim Crow laws and going back over 60 years in voting rights. Since this is the case and by court rulings under the civil rights voting act the federal government is designated to protect voting rights.
What consequences did a local jurisdiction face if they violated the Voting Rights Act?
A local jurisdiction that violates the Voting Rights Act could face legal challenges and court orders requiring changes to their electoral practices, as well as potential fines or penalties. In severe cases, the federal government could take over the administration of elections in that jurisdiction to ensure compliance with the law.
Why did the US Supreme Court give federal judges the power to enforce desegregation in public schools?
The Supreme Court has no authority to enforce its decisions; however, the US District Courts have the ability to ensure compliance with federal laws within their territories by issuing court orders and applying legal penalties to those in contempt of court.
Who has the power to enforce court orders?
The executive branch is charged with enforcement of the laws and court orders.
What courts are in the federal court system?
federal district court, federal court of appeals court,and the U.S. supreme court.
Can a federal court judge's salary be raised?
Yes. The Constitution prohibits reducing an Article III (constitutional courts) federal judge's salary, but does not prevent Congress from voting to increase it.This prohibition only applies to judges or justices of the following courts:US District CourtsUS Court of International TradeUS Court of Appeals Circuit CourtsSupreme Court of the United States.
What type of court deals with issues such as education marriage laws voting standards and the death penalty A federal B state C federal and state D local?
B. state level B. state level
Does full time parent still get to get credit for overnight visits if that child is at boarding school and she is not paying for the tuition?
You need to review your court orders and consult with your attorney.You need to review your court orders and consult with your attorney.You need to review your court orders and consult with your attorney.You need to review your court orders and consult with your attorney.
