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When does the US Supreme Court have final authority?
In any case involving the Constitution, acts of Congress, and treaties with other nations, as well as in disputes between the states.
What is the court of last resort for all questions of federal law?
A supreme court is the highest court within the hierarchy of many legal jurisdictions. Other descriptions for such courts include court of last resort, instance court, judgment court, apex court, and highest court of appeal. Broadly speaking, the decisions of a supreme court are not subject to further review by any other court.
Who can declare a law unconstitutional?
Any Article III (constitutional) court (or equivalent state court) can declare a law unconstitutional if the law is part of a case they're trying or reviewing; however, the government would probably appeal the case all the way to the Supreme Court to get a definitive answer.The US Supreme Court is the ultimate arbiter of constitutionality, and has final authority over questions of constitutionality.Article III CourtsUS District CourtsUS Court of International TradeUS Court of Appeals Circuit CourtsSupreme Court of the United States
Which courts can decide if a law is unconstitutional?
In theory, any court can decide this, but only the decisions of the US Supreme Court are binding in regards to the US constitution (for State constitutions, the state's Supreme Court is generally the final arbiter... the US Supreme Court might rule that a particular provision in a state's constitution is not compatible with the US constitution, but usually will let the state court decide for itself in strictly internal matters.)
How many justices are allowed to appear and how many are required?
The US Supreme Court comprises nine justices who attempt to review every case as a complete Court. A quorum, the minimum number of justices who must participate in any given case, is six.
What is the final interpretation of the content amd scope of America's civil liberties?
The content and scope varies with time, but the final arbiter at any given time is the U.S. Supreme Court.
What court can interpret the Constitution?
Any court can interpret the constitution, but the US Supreme Court is the final arbiter on constitutionality.
What can be done about an executor who takes items that were to be given to another?
The executor should be reported to the court that made the appointment ASAP. They should be removed and a successor should be appointed by the court. They will be held personally liable for any violation of state fiduciary laws.
What happens if you're not satisfied with the decision of the US Supreme Court?
You could appeal to the Supreme Court for a rehearing within 30 days of the decision, if you have new information or evidence to support your case; otherwise, the decision of the Court is final. In any given case, one side is satisfied and the other is not.
Will a divorce petition have a file stamp if it had been filed with the court?
Yes- it should. You can visit the court and request the file if you have any doubts whether the petition was filed.Yes- it should. You can visit the court and request the file if you have any doubts whether the petition was filed.Yes- it should. You can visit the court and request the file if you have any doubts whether the petition was filed.Yes- it should. You can visit the court and request the file if you have any doubts whether the petition was filed.
Can Congress overturn a Supreme Court decision?
No, Congress cannot overturn a Supreme Court decision. The Supreme Court's rulings are final and cannot be overturned by any other branch of government.
When you sue an attorney is it in civil court or supreme court?
You would sue an attorney in civil court. They could also be tried criminally. The Supreme court is for appeals. They are the final appeals court. The last word n any subject.
Why should you round only at the final answer when performing a sequence of calculations?
If you round half way through the question, or at any point when finding the final answer, you could change the final answer from what it should be.
What is the name given to people who attend any court session just to listen to cases?
An onlooker is a term that can be used for people who attend any court session just to listen to the cases.
Are there any laws to protect my children against their grandmother's lies to try to get custody?
You should get you a lawyer an deverytime your grandmother try to get your childern, you record it. Then you take it to court.
Can a felon own a precharged pneumatic air pistal in texas?
This question should be directed to the court in the state where the felon lives. Any answer given here might be misunderstood and cause more problems for the felon.
Can a executor remove property to a different state that was willed to other beneficiaries?
Absolutely not. That would be considered larceny. Any such act should be reported to the probate court immediately as well as to the police.Absolutely not. That would be considered larceny. Any such act should be reported to the probate court immediately as well as to the police.Absolutely not. That would be considered larceny. Any such act should be reported to the probate court immediately as well as to the police.Absolutely not. That would be considered larceny. Any such act should be reported to the probate court immediately as well as to the police.
