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For the majority ruling on the Supreme Court there needs to be at least justices who agree?
For a majority ruling on the Supreme Court, a minimum of five out of the nine justices must agree. This is because a majority decision requires more than half of the justices to support a particular outcome or opinion. It is necessary to have a majority in order to establish a binding decision for the Court.
For a majority ruling on the Supreme Court there needs to be at least justices who agree.?
There are currently 9 Supreme Court Justices, so for there to be a majority ruling, 5 would have to rule a certain way.
What reflects the views of the majority of the justices both on a ruling and on the grounds for that ruling?
The views of the majority of justices on a ruling and the grounds for that ruling are typically reflected in the majority opinion. This opinion outlines the legal reasoning and principles that guided the decision, serving as the authoritative interpretation of the law for that case. It is essential in establishing precedent and providing clarity on how similar cases may be handled in the future. The concurring opinions may also elaborate on specific aspects of the ruling, but the majority opinion represents the collective stance of the justices who agree with the outcome.
Can the Chief Justice of the United States overturn a Supreme Court decision?
Not by himself. The Chief Justice has different responsibilities from the Associate Justices, but has no more voting power than they do. In order to reach a decision on any case, including one that overturns a previous US Supreme Court ruling, a simple majority of the Justices must agree on a verdict.
Must the Chief Justice of the United States be a member of the majority decision of the Court in order for it to be valid?
The Chief Justice's decision on a case carries the same weight as the other justices. And yes, it must be a majority opinion for the ruling to stand, but the Chief Justice does not have to agree.
When all justices agree to an opinion it is known as an?
a unanimous opinion
How many US Supreme Court justices must agree to hear an appeal?
The US Supreme Court determines whether to hear a case according to the Rule of Four. If at least four of the nine Justices of the Supreme Court agree, they will grant certiorari and hear the case.
How many US Supreme Court justices are on the Court today?
Currently, there are nine Supreme Court justices on the United States Supreme Court. The number of justices is set by Congress and has varied from five to 10. There have been nine justices since 1869. In 1937, Franklin Roosevelt attempted to add six more justices to the Supreme Court. He felt the court was obstructing much of his New Deal policies and adding more members who would agree with his views would help. This was termed the "Court Packing Plan." However, Congress did not agree and so the number remains at nine.
Do you agree with the ruling in buckley vs. valeo?
Yes
Do you agree with jacksons refusal to enforce the wochestar v geogia ruling?
Jackson enforces the worcheaster v geogia ruling
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 many justices will have to agree before the Court will accept a case?
The US Supreme Court determines whether to hear a case according to the Rule of Four. If at least four of the nine Justices of the Supreme Court agree, they will grant certiorari and hear the case.
