Asked by Ayanna Curtis on Sep 30, 2024

Which of the following situations gives the U.S.Supreme court both original and exclusive jurisdiction?

A) A controversy between the United States and a state.
B) A controversy between two or more states.
C) A controversy involving a foreign ambassador.
D) A controversy between a state and a citizen of another state.

Exclusive Jurisdiction

Refers to the authority of only one court or jurisdiction to hear and decide a particular case, to the exclusion of all others.

Original Jurisdiction

The power of a court to hear a case for the first time, as opposed to appellate jurisdiction, which reviews the decisions of lower courts.

Foreign Ambassador

An official representative of a country's government sent to a foreign country to manage diplomatic relations.

  • Familiarize oneself with the different bases for jurisdiction and its implications on state and federal courts.