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The Supreme Court must have a to render a decision in a case.?
The Supreme Court must have a simple majority to render a decision in a case.
The Supreme Court must have a to render a decision in a case?
The Supreme Court must have a simple majority to render a decision in a case.
What type of vote is required for a majority decision in the US Supreme Court?
For a case to be heard before the U. S. Supreme Court there must be a quorum. This requires at least six Justices to be present. There is a total of nine Justices on the Supreme Court but illness or recusals could cause less than 9 on a case. For a decision to be rendered it requires a majority of the Justices hearing the case. If all Justices are present the majority would require 5 or more to met this requirement.
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.
What is called the view of most of the justices on a case?
A decision or opinion to which most justices agree may be called a "majority decision" or "majority opinion". When a majority agreeing to a single point-of-view issues a unified written decision, the term is "opinion of the Court."
How often do civil cases go to trial and what factors contribute to the decision to proceed to trial?
Civil cases do not often go to trial, as the majority are settled before reaching that stage. Factors that contribute to the decision to proceed to trial include the complexity of the case, the strength of the evidence, and the willingness of both parties to negotiate a settlement.
How is the decision made by the jury in a civil case different from the decision made in a criminal case?
In a civil case, the jury decides whether the defendant is liable or not liable for the alleged harm or wrongdoing. In a criminal case, the jury decides whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty of committing a crime. The standard of proof is higher in a criminal case (beyond a reasonable doubt) compared to a civil case (preponderance of the evidence).
Can a judge overrule a jury in a civil case?
Yes, in a civil case, a judge can overrule a jury's decision if they believe the jury made a legal error or if the verdict is not supported by the evidence presented in the case.
What civil rights case rendered invalid the decision in the supreme court case of Plessy v Ferguson?
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How many Supreme Court justices are typically required to reach a decision in a case?
A majority of the nine Supreme Court justices, which means at least five justices, are typically required to reach a decision in a case.
What civil rights case rendered invalid invalid the decision in the supreme court case of Plessy v Ferguson?
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Do civil suits involve juries?
Yes, civil suits can involve juries. In a civil trial, a jury may be present to hear the evidence and make a decision on the case.
