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What kind of cases does Supreme Court Hears?
The Supreme Court hears three kinds of cases. Cases appealed from lower federal courts account for two-thirds of the cases they hear. They also hear cases appealed from state's supreme courts, and sometimes hear cases that have not been previously heard by a lower court, such as between one state's government and another.
What kind of cases are heard in traffic courts?
Traffic cases are heard in traffic courts. Sometimes, these limited jurisdiction courts also hear low level misdemeanors.
What kind of cases are under the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts?
Cases involving federal law.
What kind of cases do federal courts not try?
speeding tickets
What kind of cases do district courts handle?
a lot there are many
What is the difference between district courts circuit court?
It really depends what kind of courts you are talking about and where the courts are. If the courts are federal, then a district court is a trial court and a circuit court is an appeals court, which may review a trial decision from a district court. For state courts, the difference between a district court and a circuit court will depend on what state the courts are in. Many states have courts called "district court" and "circuit court," but what kinds of cases these courts handle differs state to state.
The Supreme Court is mainly what kind of court?
In most cases, supreme courts are final appellate courts.
What kind of case could be heard in a state district or appellate court?
State district or appellate courts typically hear cases involving state law, including civil disputes such as contract issues, family law matters like divorce and custody, and criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. District courts handle the initial trials and fact-finding, while appellate courts review decisions made by district courts to ensure the law was applied correctly. Additionally, appellate courts may address constitutional issues and interpret state statutes.
What kind of courts hear cases like murder and kidnapping?
Cases involving serious crimes like murder and kidnapping are typically heard in criminal courts, specifically in higher-level courts such as state or federal trial courts, depending on the jurisdiction and the nature of the crime. In many jurisdictions, these cases may also be adjudicated in specialized courts, such as a felony court. Additionally, if the case involves significant legal questions or appeals, it may be brought before an appellate court.
What kind of cases would you most likely see in a justice court?
Justice courts are generally courts of limited jurisdiction and usually handle less serious criminal offenses or civil cases involving relatively small monetary claims. A number of states have justice courts so answering your question specifically is not possible without knowing the state you are inquiring about. CourtReference.com is a good site that describes the types of cases heard in each state and court.
What explained what kind of cases federal courts could try?
Federal courts can take cases of offenders who cross state lines while committing crimes, civil suites against states, civil suites between states, violations of civil rights cases, cases where the outcome is appealed by the defendant or any case that really catches their interest (for the Supreme Court)
What is the district court responsible for?
It depends where the district court is. Many states have courts that they call "district courts" but what a district court is responsible for varies state to state. Fortunately, many courts now have website where you can look up information about the court, including what kind of cases it handles.
