Appellate Law in the United States
Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts and principles of Appellate Law in the United States. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: appellate law united states legal procedure |
What is the primary function of an appellate court?
What is the highest appellate court in the United States?
What is the process by which a case is appealed to a higher court called?
What is the standard of review used by appellate courts when reviewing the decisions of lower courts?
What is the purpose of a writ of certiorari?
What is the role of an amicus curiae in an appellate proceeding?
What is the difference between a published opinion and an unpublished opinion?
What is the doctrine of stare decisis?
What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case?
What is the purpose of a motion for a new trial?
What is the difference between an appeal and a petition for review?
What is the role of the Supreme Court of the United States in the appellate process?
What is the difference between a writ of error and a writ of certiorari?
What is the purpose of a motion to dismiss?
What is the difference between a direct appeal and a collateral attack?