Because the mood and opinions of the general public are fickle, swing widely, and change often. The Constitution is (suposed to be) timeless and a document embodying law on which you can base solid and lasting decisions.
Supreme Court justices need to understand the Constitution because they are supposed to make their decisions on cases based solely on the Constitution, with as little bias as possible.
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.
Judicial restraint
When interpreting legal cases, judges decide what the Constitution means by examining the text of the Constitution, historical context, previous court decisions, and the principles of justice and fairness. They aim to apply the Constitution's principles to the specific facts of the case to reach a fair and just decision.
the federal judges are well respected because they make very important decisions that effect people greatly so the federal judges must be respected and trusted -daicia eugene
The possessive form of the plural noun judges is judges'. Example: The judges' decisions are final.
Following precedent or stare decisis.
Federal judges cannot be easily removed for making "bad" legal decisions, as they enjoy lifetime appointments under Article III of the U.S. Constitution. However, they can be impeached by the House of Representatives and removed from office by the Senate for committing "high crimes and misdemeanors," which can include unethical behavior or misconduct, but not solely for their judicial decisions. This process ensures judicial independence and protects judges from political pressure.
Judges are called "Your Honor" as a sign of respect for their position and authority in the courtroom. It is a traditional form of address that acknowledges their role in upholding justice and making important legal decisions.
No. They make decisions and some decisions are used to change law.
Judges are a necessary part of the process in applying and interpreting the Constitution. If Judges do not use and apply the rules laid down in the Constitution, it means nothing. to do that, a judge must determine how the constitution applies to the specific issues in the case being considered.
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