Asked by Matthew Ronnebaum on Sep 29, 2024
Which of the following is true of someone's right to have their case heard by the U.S. Supreme Court?
A) It only exists in criminal cases.
B) It only exists in federal cases.
C) In only exists in cases where someone has been sentenced to death.
D) It exists in all cases.
E) It is almost entirely at the Court's discretion.
Discretion
The freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation, often within the framework of official authority.
Federal Cases
Legal cases that fall under the jurisdiction of federal courts, often involving questions of federal law, interstate matters, or disputes between states and the federal government.
- Comprehend the criteria and discretion involved in having a case heard by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the criteria and discretion involved in having a case heard by the U.S. Supreme Court.