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The power of the U.S. Supreme Court to determine if a law passed by Congress or a presidential action is in accord with the Constitution.
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A statement written by a Supreme Court justice who disagrees with the majority's decision.
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The body of law that regulates the conduct of individuals as members of the state.
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Lower federal courts that have original jurisdiction in most cases invovling federal laws.
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Federal courts that review decisions appealed from district courts.
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Law based on the U.S. Constitution and Supreme Court decisions.
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A statement written by a Supreme Court justice who agrees with the majority's decision but for different decisions.
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An earlier court decision that guides judges' decisions in later cases.
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The authority of a court to be the first court to hold trials in certain kinds of cases.
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The authority to interpret and administer the law; also, the range of that authority.
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