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Mrs. Turner's Judicial Branch
Constitution: Judicial Branch
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History
7th Grade
01/27/2015

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Term
interpret the laws to make sure they are constitutional
Definition
The group that leads the judicial branch is the Supreme Court. What is their main job?
Term
none--Supreme Court decision is final
Definition
Once the Supreme Court makes a decision, what recourse do people have?
Term
when the court reviews executive or legislative acts to determine if they are legal
Definition
What is judicial review?
Term
at least a 5-4 vote
Definition
What is required for a decision to be made on a Supreme Court case?
Term
lifetime--as long as they have "good behavior."
Definition
How long is the term of office for justices on the Supreme Court?
Term
9
Definition
How many members are on the Supreme Court?
Term
The Supreme Court
Definition
If two states are arguing over something, who has the power to settle the dispute?
Term
They can be impeached if they no longer have "good behavior."
Definition
Under what conditions can a justice be removed from the Supreme Court?
Term
The President
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Who can appoint judges to be on the Supreme Court?
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