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Conduct trials where a Judge and Jury resolve a dispute by considering evidence.
Judge makes a verdict.
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No trials.
A court that reviews trial court decisions.
Appealant - wants appeal
Appealee - Doesnt want appeal
Affirm or reverse the decision of a trial court.
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Review the decision of appeals.
9 Supreme court judges
50 state supreme courts
1 Federal
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| Power which is not given to the federal government is given to the states. |
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| To follow an earlier decision |
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| Matter brought into court for resolution. |
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| Voluntarily starts lawsuit |
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| Compensate victims of wrongful conduct |
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| Preponderance of the evidence |
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| Beyond a reasonable doubt |
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What a judge says the law is as a product of litigation.
(fills empty spaces) |
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