American Courts
Explore the inner workings of American courts, including the history and evolution of the courts, the role courts play in public policy and federalism, the dual court system, how judges are selected, and the function and structure of the Supreme Court.
Introduction to American Courts
Guardians of the Constitution and Individual Rights
Humble Beginnings
The Courts And Public Policy
Courts As A Last Resort
Summarizing Guardians of the Constitution and Individual Rights
The Dual Court System
Courts And Federalism
The Implications Of A Dual Court System
Summary of The Dual Court System
The Federal Court System
The Three Tiers Of Federal Courts
The Selection Of Judges
Summarizing The Federal Court System
The Supreme Court
The Structure Of The Supreme Court
How The Supreme Court Selects Cases
Supreme Court Procedures
Summary of the Supreme Court
Judicial Decision-Making and Implementation by the Supreme Court
Judicial Opinions
Influences On The Court
The Courts And The Other Branches Of Government
Summarizing Judicial Decision-Making