Which of the following is an accurate statement about the judicial system established by the Constitution of 1876?
A. The Texas Supreme Court decides civil and criminal appeals.
B. Cases decided by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals can be appealed to the Texas Supreme Court.
C. Cases decided by the Texas Supreme Court can be appealed to the Texas Ultimate Court of Criminal and Civil Appeals.
D. Texas has two courts of last resort, one for criminal cases and one for civil cases.
Answer: D
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