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Which court has Appellate Jurisdiction?
In the US Federal System, it is called the US Court of Appeals. The US Supreme Court also has appellate jurisdiction. The courts have different names in different systems, but it is usually something similar.
What are district courts in US territories called-?
US Territorial CourtsFederal courts that perform the function of US District Courts, but that are located in US territories outside the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico are called US Territorial Courts. These were established as Article I tribunals, not Article III courts, like standard US District Courts.Examples of the US Territorial Courts include:US District Court for the Northern Mariana IslandsUS District Court for the District of GuamUS District Court for the US Virgin IslandsThe US Supreme Court has appellate jurisdiction over many cases heard in US Territorial Courts.US Territorial Courts.
Why do most cases take place in state courts?
In the US, there are more State courts than Federal courts, and State courts have jurisdiction over more issues than do Federal courts. As a result, most legal proceedings are in State or local courts.
The legal basis for Common law systems?
In Common Law systems judges base their decisions largely on past decisions of other courts. This has the advantage of movement toward a consistent application of law across geography and time. The system evolved in England and is in place in most US states. Another approach is sometimes referred to as Napoleonic Code, a system developed in France which is in place in the state of Louisiana. Judges there make decisions based on interpretation of statute law (laws passed by the legislature) only.
Courts that have the authority to be the first courts in which most federal cases are heard is known as?
Courts that have the authority to be the first courts in which most federal cases are heard are known as district courts. These are the trial courts of the federal judiciary system and are responsible for hearing both civil and criminal cases.
Are international laws effective in the US courts?
The US adheres to SOME International Laws, (Maritime Law being a prime example) but, while they may be worded similarly to US law, the national laws of no other nation are applied in US Courts.
What are the four major roles of the US Coast Guard?
1. National Defense 2. Maritime Safety 3. Maritime Law Enforcement 4. Maritime Environmental Protection
Can the courts marry you without parental consent if they choose?
In the US, the courts cannot choose to break the law, so if there's a law against it, then no, they can't.
Which federal courts are courts of original jurisdiction where most violations of federal criminal and civil law are first adjudicated?
The US District Courts
What type of crimes do Federal courts try?
The federal courts here numerous types of court cases. A few of the cases are maritime law, copyright cases, patent cases, and bankruptcy.
Operates the US Coast Guards enforcing maritime law and conducts search and rescue missions?
transportation
Do US District Courts hear matters concerning federal bankruptcy laws?
No. Cases involving federal bankruptcy law are heard in the 94 US Bankruptcy Courts.
What is the jurisdiction of federla courts?
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Who operates the US Coast Guard enforcing maritime law and conducting search and rescue missions?
Transportation
Which 2008 us law aims to limit harmful emissions from sea-going vessels?
Maritime Pollution Act
Maritime law when you have a limited quantity of hazardous material products that is leaving the US does it require a placard?
Placards are not used in maritime shipping of hazardous materials. Even in US ground transportation, placards are not required for the shipment of "Limited Quantities."
Are there courts controlled by the US Supreme Court?
Not directly. The US Supreme Court is the highest federal appellate court in the United States. Lower courts are supposed to follow precedents set by the Court's decisions, but the Supreme Court doesn't exercise operational control over the lower courts.
