Chapter 12 The judiciary
Chapter 12 The Judiciary
The Common law Tradition common law-judge made law that originated in England and was derived from prevailing customs precedent -a court ruling bearing on subsequent legal decisions in similar cases emanates from stare decisis, or standing on decided cases
The Common Law Tradition common law – judge made law that originated in England and was derived from prevailing customs precedent – a court ruling bearing on subsequent legal decisions in similar cases - emanates from stare decisis, or standing on decided cases
Sources of American law Constitutions United States Constitution State Constitutions Statutes and Administrative Regulations C ase Law
Sources of American Law Constitutions - United States Constitution - State Constitutions Statutes and Administrative Regulations Case Law
Basic judicial requirements Jurisdiction A Federal Question or Diversity of Citizenship
Basic Judicial Requirements Jurisdiction A Federal Question or Diversity of Citizenship
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