Understanding the Supreme Court and Legal Concepts
Questions:
1) What does the Constitution say about the Supreme Court? Be sure to discuss terms, salary, appointment etc.
2) How do cases get before the Supreme Court? (i.e., jurisdiction). What steps are taken up to SCOTUS?
3) Define the following terms
- Precedent • Certiorari • Rule of Four • Opinions . Majority/Opinion of the Court . Concurring . Dissenting • Judicial Review–what is it? . Marbury v. Madison (1803): importance of this case? • Originalism/Original Intent/Strict Constructionism
4) Do you think the Court should use INTENT OF THE FRAMERS for current interpretation of our rights and freedoms? Why or why not?