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Any court that seats more than one judge or justice makes decisions based on a simple majority. Many intermediate appellate courts use panels of three judges; only two of the three judges must agree to form a majority.
The US Supreme Court and all state supreme courts (or their equivalents) make decisions by a simple majority vote.
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How were the decisions made by the constitutional convention?
Decisions were made by a majority vote in a state.
Does the US Supreme Court make unanimous decisions?
Yes, the US Supreme Court does make unanimous decisions in some cases; however, a decision only requires a simple majority vote of the justices hearing the case. If all nine justices vote, only five need to agree to form a majority.
What determines the outcome of a case heard by supreme court?
After all th opinions have been written and finalized, the justices announced their final decisions. The decisions are from the majority vote of the justices
How were decisions made at the Constitutional Convention?
A majority vote by the states
How many justices are needed to make a decision?
US Supreme Court decisions require a simple majority vote (more than half). For example, if all nine justices hear a case, five must vote in agreement to form a majority.
Who is the authority of the US Supreme Court who decides which Congressional acts are unconstitutional?
There is no single authority on the Supreme Court who makes those decisions. The Court, as a whole, determines by simple majority vote (which would be five votes, if all nine justices hear a case) whether a statute, executive order, or policy relevant to a case before the Court violates the principles of the Constitution.
Who makes the decisions in direct democracy?
The people vote
Why does it matter who the President appoints to the Supreme Court?
The Supreme Court is very powerful and the justices serve for life. There are only 9 of them and the controversial decisions are made by a 5-4 vote. So, one vote makes the decision. If a vacancy in the court occurs , it is very important to appoint a suitable replacement.
What are the bad aspects of democracy?
The majority is not always right, not everyone vote and it is hard to agree on decisions.
What influences supreme court decisions?
The justices of the US Supreme Court vote on each case that is brought before them. The decision of the court is whatever a majority of the justices agree on. Each justice has an equal say in the decision.
How does a Court of Appeals arrive at a verdict?
The judges assigned to the appeals court vote on the matter in front of them and the majority opinion rules.
Can heir property be sold by a majority vote in Tennessee?
Only if the executor and probate court agree.
